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North Carolina grants for County governments

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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
Legends & Lore® Marker Grant Program
Contact for amount
William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 27, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for historical markers that celebrate local legends and folklore, aimed at nonprofit organizations and government entities in select U.S. states to promote cultural heritage and tourism.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program (StRAP) Helene - Window 3
$1,496,250
North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations in specific North Carolina counties to repair stream damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Special district governments
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
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
Western NC Recovery Grants Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This program provides free grant writing support to rural local governments and nonprofits in Western North Carolina to help them secure funding for recovery and rebuilding projects following Hurricane Helene.

Capacity Building
City or township 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
FY 2025 Region 4 Wetlands Program
$600,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to state, Tribal, and local governments in the southeastern U.S. to develop and improve programs for wetland conservation and management.

Environment
State governments
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
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
Beach Grants
$9,737,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to states, territories, and Tribes to monitor beach water quality and inform the public about safety during recreational activities in coastal waters.

Environment
State governments
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
North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund
$500,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This program provides matching funds to local governments in North Carolina for the acquisition, renovation, or development of public parks and recreational facilities.

Recreation
County governments
Arts in Rural Places Grants
$3,000
South Arts
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in rural Southern communities for engaging professional artists in various artistic disciplines.

Arts
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
Catawba County United Way Main Grant Cycle
Contact for amount
Catawba County United Way (CCUW)
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 23, 2026

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.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)
Contact for amount
State of North Carolina
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This program provides cash incentives to companies that create jobs and invest in North Carolina, encouraging them to expand or establish facilities in the state.

Employment Labor and Training
City or township governments
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
Human Services and Education Grant
$25,000
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Western North Carolina that deliver essential human services and educational programs to economically disadvantaged individuals, from early childhood through adult learning.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Orange County Business Investment Grant
$10,000
Orange County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2024

This program provides financial support to non-farm businesses in Orange County, particularly those owned by women and BIPOC, to help them grow, hire staff, and make a positive economic impact.

Workforce Development
Small businesses