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North Carolina Capacity Building Grants

Explore 47 grant opportunities

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
Learn2Earn Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Charlotte
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Charlotte to enhance digital access and workforce development for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and systemic barriers, focusing on underserved communities.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Matching Grant Program
$3,000
Concord City Council
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

This program provides funding to recognized neighborhood organizations in Concord, North Carolina, to support community-led projects that improve local neighborhoods through physical enhancements, identity initiatives, community events, or public safety measures.

Community Development
Nonprofits
READY Nonprofits
$25,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

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
Greater Cabarrus Foundation Grantmaking Program
Contact for amount
Greater Cabarrus Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to strengthen their operational capacity and address critical community needs related to health, housing, employment, food security, and early childhood education.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Grants to Improve Health and Wellness of People in North Carolina
Contact for amount
RHI Legacy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Rutherford County, North Carolina, to implement programs that prevent chronic diseases, promote healthy eating, and encourage active living among residents.

Health
Nonprofits
READY Nonprofits Capacity Building Grant
$25,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 3, 2025

This initiative provides training and funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region to strengthen their operations and better serve their communities.

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
Stronger Organizations Grant
$700,000
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
READY Grants to Grow
$500,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in economically distressed areas of the Appalachian Region to enhance their capacity through training, strategic planning, and community-led initiatives for sustainable economic growth.

Capacity Building
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
The Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program
$12,280,000
North Carolina Department of Commerce (CDBG Section)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2025

This program provides funding for youth aged 8 to 18 to lead community service projects that enhance neighborhoods in Las Vegas, fostering civic engagement and leadership skills.

Community Development
County governments
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
WNC AgOptions Grant
$10,000
North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to farmers in Western North Carolina for projects that enhance the production, processing, and marketing of agricultural products, promoting sustainable farming practices in the region.

Agriculture
Individuals
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