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North Carolina Capacity Building Grants

Explore 38 grant opportunities

Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Fayetteville Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grant Program
$10,000
City of Fayetteville
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations and individuals in Fayetteville to implement innovative strategies that enhance public safety and reduce violent crime in high-violence areas.

Safety
Individuals
READY Nonprofits
$25,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

This program provides free training and funding opportunities to nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region, helping them build capacity to better address community challenges and improve their operational effectiveness.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
The Chapel of the Cross Seed Fund
$25,000
The Chapel of the cross
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support for innovative community initiatives in Orange County and the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina that address specific needs and require initial funding to launch.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Municipal Service District Building Improvement Grant
$10,000
Downtown Kinston Revitalization
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support for property owners and business tenants in Kinston's Downtown Historic Commercial District to improve building façades and preserve historical architecture, enhancing the area's visual appeal and attracting more businesses.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
TD Bank Capacity Building Fund
$150,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Project Support Grants
$15,000
North Carolina Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to North Carolina-based nonprofits that create and present specific arts programs, helping them engage audiences through various artistic disciplines.

Arts
Nonprofits
Statewide Service Organizations
$30,000
North Carolina Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports North Carolina-based organizations that provide essential leadership and services to the arts community through activities like workshops, conferences, and resource publications, requiring a matching contribution from the applicants.

Arts
Nonprofits
Strategically Aligned Organizations in North Carolina
$350,000
Dogwood Health Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This grant provides flexible funding to nonprofit organizations in Western North Carolina that are dedicated to improving housing, education, economic opportunity, and health for underserved communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Partnering for Health Equity Grant
$10,000
Cone Health Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small organizations in Greensboro, North Carolina, that are working to eliminate health disparities and promote equity in access to essential resources like food, housing, and education for underserved communities.

Health
Nonprofits
An Enterprise Faith-Based Development Initiative
Contact for amount
Enterprise Community Partners
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This initiative provides technical assistance and training to faith-based organizations and community development groups in Charlotte, North Carolina, to help them develop affordable housing and community-serving facilities on their land.

Housing
Nonprofits
Graham County Community Foundation Grants
$1,000
Graham County Community Foundation (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits, government entities, and religious organizations in Graham County, North Carolina, for community service programs that promote inclusivity and benefit residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Artist Support Grants
$1,000
North Carolina Arts Council (Department of Natural and Cultural Resources)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 1, 2024

The Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge is offering Artist Support Grants of $500-$1000 to individual artists and small groups in select North Carolina counties for projects that enhance their skills, create new work, or improve their business operations, with applications due by October 5, 2024.

Arts
Individuals
Onslow Caring Communities Foundation Grant
$102,700
Onslow Caring Communities Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Onslow County that address community needs, with a focus on youth programs and animal welfare initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Clay County Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
Clay County Community Foundation (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Clay County to address community needs and enhance well-being through targeted projects and services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
GoodUse Program to help Nonprofits Improve Facility Efficiency
$100,000
Southface Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This program provides matching funds to nonprofit organizations in specific U.S. regions for energy efficiency upgrades to their existing buildings, helping them save on utility costs and enhance sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Empowering Growth Small Business Grant
$10,000
M&F Bank
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This funding initiative provides $10,000 to small businesses in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to help them grow and sustain their operations while fostering economic equity in the community.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Wild East Action Fund –
$75,000
Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to government entities and nonprofit organizations for projects that protect land, enhance community resilience, and support conservation planning in the Appalachian Trail region.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits