North Carolina Local Grants

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 Haywood County Tourism Development Authority Grant. Donor Name: Haywood County Tourism Development Authority State: North Carolina County: Haywood County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grant Categories  Legacy Event Sponsorship: This grant category provides financial support for established events in Haywood County that have a demonstrated track record of attracting visitors and contributing to the local tourism industry. These events must showcase the unique aspects of Haywood County and its communities. Tourism Promotion Grant: This grant category focuses on funding marketing and promotional initiatives specifically aimed at enhancing the overall tourism image, visibility, and visitation of Haywood County. These grants support innovative campaigns, advertising efforts, and promotional activities that effectively reach target markets and attract visitors to the area. Grant applications must be a minimum of $2,000 to be considered for funding. Grant Period The HCTDA grant program operates on a fiscal year basis from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Funding Criteria  This grant program is sustained by room tax revenue generated from overnight stays in Haywood County. Therefore, preference is given to applications for initiatives expected to attract visitors from outside a fifty (50) mile radius. These initiatives should demonstrate the potential to generate overnight stays and create economic and destination impact while also enhancing the quality of life for local residents. Eligibility Criteria  Legacy Event Sponsorship Eligible applicants include Haywood County non-profit organizations, for-profit businesses, museums, attractions, cultural events, governmental agencies, and other tourism-related entities. Tourism Promotion Grant Not-for-profit organizations, museums, attractions, governmental agencies, or other non-profit tourism entities. Not-for-profit organizations must have a minimum grant match of 50%. For-profit, tourism-based organizations may apply with a minimum grant match of 100%. For more information, visit HCTDA.

The Community Foundation for Randolph County (CFRC) is accepting grant applications from qualified charitable organizations serving the local community. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Randolph County (CFRC) State: North Carolina County: Randolph County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The community grantmaking program funds a broad range of purposes to meet local needs that includes things like human services, education, youth development, health, food/nutrition, arts, and more. Grants will be awarded from the community grantmaking fund and the Randolph Health Community Foundation Endowment supporting health-related programs in and serving Randolph County. Funding Information Grants typically range from $500 to $2,000. Eligibility Criteria  An organization must meet the following criteria to apply: 501(c)(3) public charity non-profit organizations registered with the IRS Organization with a fiscal agent who is a 501(c)(3) public charity non-profit organizations registered with the IRS Local governments (including public schools) Fire and rescue department Religious entities, including churches, congregations and other houses of worship, and/or faith-based organizations whose core functions/operations promote religious doctrine or are restricted to members of a particular faith may apply for funding to support social outreach and charitable service programs to benefit the community-at-large, but they may not apply for general operating support. Only those organizations that serve the counties within the affiliate network will be considered. If an organization serves multiple counties within the network, that organization may complete a separate application for each of those affiliates. Organizations must offer programs and services without discrimination based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, physical ability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or religious belief. For more information, visit NCCF.

This funding opportunity provides unrestricted financial support to established arts and culture organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that demonstrate strong administrative and programmatic excellence.

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in New Hanover County for initiatives that promote social equity, education, community safety, and development.

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 funding opportunity provides financial support to Cary-based nonprofit organizations for arts-focused projects that enhance the local community and promote cultural engagement.

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.

This program provides financial assistance to residents, homeowners associations, and property owners in Holly Springs for planting and replacing street trees to improve the town's urban forestry and enhance neighborhood aesthetics.

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.

This program provides funding to public entities, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in Orange County, North Carolina, to implement innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience for local communities.

This program provides funding to empower local neighborhoods, especially low-income households and residents of color, to engage in projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofits, government, educational, and religious organizations that serve the residents of Mitchell County, aimed at enhancing community projects and quality of life.

This grant provides financial support to individual artists and small collectives in North Carolina for projects that enhance their artistic practice, promote their careers, and facilitate professional development.

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.

This grant provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in Chatham County, North Carolina, to enhance recreational and cultural opportunities for the community.

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations serving Robeson County, with a focus on initiatives that address local community needs, including support for Native American educational projects.

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.

This grant provides funding for artist-led and community-based projects in Forsyth County that promote art participation and enhance community health through cultural activities.

This funding opportunity provides $10,000 to county committees in North Carolina for projects that celebrate the state's contributions to the Revolutionary War and promote educational outreach and tourism related to the America 250 themes.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Columbus County that address local needs such as literacy, food insecurity, human services, and poverty alleviation.