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North Carolina Community Development Grants

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Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Startup Runway Showcase
$10,000
Startup Runway Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tourism Capital Grant
Contact for amount
Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, museums, attractions, government agencies, and tourism-based businesses in Haywood County to make significant capital improvements that enhance the visitor experience and promote long-term tourism growth.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Demolition Grant Program in North Carolina
$150,000
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in North Carolina for demolishing vacant, blighted buildings to promote economic development and job creation in underserved rural areas.

Community Development
County governments
Mission Based Grant
$250,000
Arts Council of Fayetteville (Cumberland County)
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Cumberland County, North Carolina, that focus on arts, culture, or history, helping them deliver high-quality programming that enriches the community and promotes tourism.

Arts
Nonprofits
Rural Building Reuse Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Apr 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 9, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in rural North Carolina for renovating and improving buildings to create new full-time jobs in their communities.

Community Development
County governments
Brunswick County Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Brunswick County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and faith-based groups in Brunswick County, North Carolina, to support community-focused programs and services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
CFHC Community Grant
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of Henderson County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to tax-exempt organizations in Henderson County, North Carolina, to support collaborative projects that address community needs across various sectors, including health, education, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
NCCF Unifour Foundation Endowment Fund
$10,000
Unifour Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Unifour region of North Carolina that address community needs such as education, health, and basic services, with a focus on early childhood education and mental health.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Multimodal Planning Grant Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Apr 13, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This program provides funding to North Carolina municipalities, counties, and universities to develop comprehensive plans that improve bicycle and pedestrian transportation, enhancing community walkability and connectivity with public transit.

Transportation
City or township governments
Harris & Frances Block Foundation Grant Program
$35,000
Harris & Frances Block Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to small grassroots nonprofit organizations in Vermont, North Carolina, Southwest Virginia, and New York City that are focused on creating equitable solutions to social and environmental challenges.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 12, 2026

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations within 20 miles of a Food Lion store to help alleviate hunger by purchasing food for communities in need.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Martin County Community Foundation Grant
$1,500
Martin County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 7, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to qualified charitable organizations serving the Martin County community in North Carolina to address local needs and enhance essential services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
TD Bank Regional Grants
Contact for amount
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public entities in implementing programs that benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and historically underserved communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mount Airy/Surry County Community Foundation Grant
$1,500
Mount Airy/Surry County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 7, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations that serve the community needs of Mount Airy and Surry County, supporting local initiatives that enhance community well-being.

Community Development
Nonprofits
North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Grant
Contact for amount
North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission
State

Application Deadline

Mar 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to support community development and economic diversification initiatives for agricultural populations and communities in North Carolina affected by the decline of the tobacco industry.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Let Good Take Flight
Contact for amount
American Airlines
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This grant provides support to local nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of children, families, and military service members in specific counties where American Airlines operates.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Fred and Nancy Brumley Foundation Grant
$150,000
Fred and Nancy Brumley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 6, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Mecklenburg County and surrounding areas that assist disadvantaged individuals in improving their lives and fostering community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tourism Promotion Grant
Contact for amount
Haywood County Tourism Development Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 17, 2026

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations and tourism-related groups in Haywood County, North Carolina, to promote tourism through advertising, events, and market research that attract out-of-county visitors and enhance local quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits