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Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Grant
$25,000
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Greensboro and Guilford County to support projects that promote cultural vibrancy, economic mobility, and health and wellness for local communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Rural Building Reuse Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2025

Date Added

Jun 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments in economically distressed areas of North Carolina for building renovations and infrastructure improvements that create new, full-time private sector jobs.

Business and Commerce
County governments
2025 Women’s Fund Grant Program
$15,000
The Winston-Salem Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Forsyth County, NC, that focus on improving economic security and addressing systemic barriers for women and girls, particularly those led by women of color and actively involving women and girls in their programs.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,000,000
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in North Carolina for restoring critical public infrastructure to support small businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Infrastructure
Small businesses
Pigeon River Fund Grant
$35,000
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Haywood, Buncombe, and Madison counties for projects that improve water quality and natural habitats, promote public awareness of water conservation, and enhance access to water resources.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Golden LEAF Foundation’s Open Grants Program
$500,000
Golden LEAF Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports economic development projects in North Carolina, particularly for government entities and nonprofits working to benefit rural and economically distressed communities through job creation, workforce training, and infrastructure development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Catawba County United Way Large Grant
$10,000
Catawba County United Way (CCUW)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit and public agencies in Catawba County that are addressing community needs and improving well-being through impactful programs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Kannapolis Community Development Block Grant 2025-2026
$15,000
City of Kannapolis
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in Kannapolis that provide essential services to improve the lives of low- and moderate-income residents, focusing on areas such as job training, health services, and community safety.

Community Development
Nonprofits
GSK IMPACT Awards
$50,000
Triangle Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This program provides $50,000 in unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations in North Carolina's Triangle Region that are making significant contributions to improving community health through innovative solutions addressing social determinants of health.

Community Development
Nonprofits
NC IDEA SEED Grants
$50,000
NC IDEA
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This program provides $50,000 in funding to early-stage startups in North Carolina with validated business concepts, helping them scale operations and prepare for future investment.

Arts
Small businesses
NC IDEA MICRO Grants
$10,000
NC IDEA
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This program provides $10,000 in funding to early-stage North Carolina startups focused on validating innovative business models and achieving key milestones for future growth.

Arts
Small businesses
Youth Mental Health and Resilience in North Carolina
$150,000
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in western North Carolina to enhance youth mental health and resilience through collaborative, youth-led initiatives, particularly in areas affected by economic distress and natural disasters.

Education
Nonprofits
Facade Rehabilitation Grant Program 2025
$10,000
City of Raleigh
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 27, 2025

Date Added

Jan 14, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Raleigh for improving the exteriors of their commercial buildings, enhancing the visual appeal of the community.

Science and Technology
Small businesses
Community Collaborative Research Grants
$25,000
North Carolina Sea Grant
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research projects that combine local knowledge and scientific expertise to address coastal and water resource challenges in North Carolina.

Employment Labor and Training
County governments
City of Charlotte Tree Care Grant
$3,000
City of Charlotte
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This initiative provides matching funds to eligible organizations in Charlotte for projects that maintain and protect the city's urban tree canopy through activities like tree care, education, and community events.

Education
City or township governments
Agriculture Grant
$10,000
Orange County Agricultural Economic Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to farmers in Orange County, North Carolina, to support innovative agricultural projects that enhance income and market access.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Youth-Led Projects in North Carolina
$7,500
The Winston-Salem Foundation (WSF)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2024

This grant provides funding for youth-led projects in Forsyth County, North Carolina, aimed at addressing community challenges and creating positive impacts for local youth.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Golden LEAF Foundation Open Grant Program
$500,000
Golden LEAF Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to governmental entities and nonprofit organizations in North Carolina for projects that promote economic development, job creation, and workforce training, particularly in rural and tobacco-dependent communities.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Grants to Advance Health Equity Together through Education and Outreach in North Carolina
$10,000
Duke Health
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $7,000 to community-based organizations in North Carolina to implement health-promoting programs for historically marginalized populations, focusing on chronic disease prevention and management.

Health
Nonprofits
Early Childhood & Education Grants
$10,000
Duke’s Office of Durham and Community Affairs
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public schools and nonprofit organizations in Durham County for innovative educational programs that promote equity and enhance college or career readiness for young people.

Education
Nonprofits