North Carolina Humanities Grants

This grant provides financial support for innovative projects that improve health, education, and cultural resources, as well as assist those in need within the Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley community.

This grant provides financial support and professional development opportunities to exceptional scriptwriters residing in the Southern United States, celebrating their contributions to the region's cultural landscape.

This grant provides financial support for capital projects in healthcare, higher education, and human services in North Carolina, including funding for critical service delivery vehicles.

This grant provides financial support to Southern writers and independent publishers for literary projects that celebrate the region's unique traditions and voices.

This grant provides financial support and recognition to exceptional visual artists in the Southern U.S. to enhance their artistic practice and promote their work through exhibitions and residencies.

This grant provides funding for project-based initiatives that improve community well-being in Western North Carolina, focusing on areas such as arts, conservation, health, education, and youth services.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations to support projects that promote Japanese arts and culture, particularly in areas with limited access to such events.

The Pat Sanford Animal Welfare Grant, offered by Orange County Animal Services in North Carolina, provides up to $500 for individuals, groups, or organizations to fund animal welfare initiatives in Orange County, honoring the legacy of former Animal Protection Society Executive Director, Pat Sanford.

This grant provides funding for teen-led service projects that positively impact the community in Gaston County, encouraging youth leadership and collaboration.

The Cameron Charitable Trust offers grants primarily to charitable organizations in North Carolina, focusing on supporting indigent or sick persons. The trust's mission is directly aligned with alleviating hardship and promoting well-being among vulnerable populations in the state. Through its grantmaking, the foundation aims to empower organizations that deliver essential health and human services, thereby contributing to a healthier and more supportive community for those most in need. The primary beneficiaries of these grants are organizations that serve the poor, needy, ill, and infirm. The Trust seeks to support initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of these individuals, with an implicit impact goal of improving access to care, essential services, and overall quality of life for the target population. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed, the emphasis on making a "real difference" suggests an expectation of significant, positive change for the beneficiaries. The Trust's grantmaking priorities are clear: preference is given to charities with a proven track record of fiscal responsibility, characterized by wise and efficient use of funds and minimal overhead. This strategic focus ensures that grants have maximum impact and are not diluted by excessive administrative costs. Situations where a grant can genuinely transform circumstances are particularly favored, indicating a desire for catalytic funding rather than simply maintaining existing services. While a formal "theory of change" is not articulated, the Trust's strategic priorities imply a belief that by supporting efficient, impactful charities focused on the indigent and sick, they can directly contribute to improved health outcomes and human services in North Carolina. The average grant size of $125,000 to $175,000 and average total annual giving of $850,000 suggest a commitment to substantial funding that can enable significant program delivery and sustainable operations for recipient organizations. Eligibility requires organizations to be classified as exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, further ensuring their charitable status and accountability.

This program provides financial support to individual artists and small collectives in North Carolina to enhance their artistic skills and business operations, enabling them to reach new audiences.

The Arts in Bloom Educator Grant, funded by the Union County Community Arts Council in North Carolina, offers less than $1000 to public and charter school teachers in Union County for the development of new, innovative arts education projects for students, with applications evaluated on creativity, artistic need, student engagement, cultural appreciation, and budget clarity.

Brunswick Electric Membership Corp. (BEMC) offers Community Grants for a wide array of programs within its service areas, including Brunswick and Columbus counties, as well as parts of Bladen and Robeson counties in North Carolina. These grants support various initiatives, such as family service programs, civic and community programs, cultural and arts programs, emergency services, and economic development activities aimed at enhancing the community's well-being. The grant aims to fund projects and programs that offer significant benefits to the BEMC service area, prioritizing those that cater to families, children, the elderly, and economic health. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: December 1st to February 15th.

Mountain BizWorks in North Carolina is offering 20 micro-grants of $2,500 each to startups and emerging businesses owned by historically underrepresented groups, aiming to support their growth and contribution to the local community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in central and western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee that focus on education, medical services, and essential human services.

This grant provides funding for creative individuals to develop and deliver free cultural programming in underserved neighborhoods of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, fostering community engagement and access to the arts.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Burke County, North Carolina, for facility-related costs that enhance or expand their community service programs.

This grant provides financial support to North Carolina-based nonprofit organizations for projects that promote dramatic arts, human rights, and literary excellence, reflecting the legacy of playwright Paul Green.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the communities of Beaufort and Hyde counties in North Carolina, supporting various local initiatives that address community needs.

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Durham that aim to strengthen neighborhood relationships and promote positive change through outreach, education, and small improvements.