North Carolina Capacity Building Grants

READY Community Foundations, part of ARC's READY Appalachia initiative, offers no-cost training to community foundations in Appalachia. Participants will build skills in financial management, fundraising, grantmaking, and strategic planning. Eligible foundations can apply for up to $25,000 in funding to implement capacity-building projects post-training. Applications are due by July 5, 2024.

The One North Carolina Small Business Program offers two grant opportunities for small businesses in the state. The Incentive Funds initiative provides reimbursement to qualified businesses for a portion of the costs incurred in preparing and submitting Phase I SBIR or STTR proposals to federal agencies. A pool of $400,000 is available for these preparation grants in the 2023-24 fiscal year. The Matching Funds portion of the program awards matching funds to businesses who have already received a federal Phase I SBIR or STTR award. In the current fiscal year, a pool of more than $2.4 million is available to support this class of grants. To apply for either the Incentive or Matching grant solicitations, interested organizations can visit commerce.nc.gov/grants-incentives/technology-funds/one-north-carolina-small-business-program. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2024, or until funds have been exhausted for the program’s 2023-24 fiscal year funding cycle.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

This funding initiative provides unrestricted financial support to nonprofit organizations in Wilson, North Carolina, to strengthen their internal operations and enhance sustainability in areas such as healthcare access, healthy living, substance misuse prevention, and mental health.

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 nonprofit organizations in Charlotte to enhance digital access and workforce development for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and systemic barriers, focusing on underserved communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofits, educational institutions, and other organizations to develop housing, improve living conditions, and create economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents in Asheville.

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 program provides free training and funding opportunities to nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region, helping them build capacity to better address community challenges and improve their operational effectiveness.

This grant provides financial support for innovative community initiatives in Orange County and the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina that address specific needs and require initial funding to launch.

This grant provides financial support for property owners and business tenants in Kinston's Downtown Historic Commercial District to improve building façades and preserve historical architecture, enhancing the area's visual appeal and attracting more businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to strengthen their operational capacity and address critical community needs related to health, housing, employment, food security, and early childhood education.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Rutherford County, North Carolina, to implement programs that prevent chronic diseases, promote healthy eating, and encourage active living among residents.

This initiative provides training and funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region to strengthen their operations and better serve their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural United Methodist churches in North Carolina for outreach programs, church development, and leadership initiatives aimed at enhancing community health and congregational growth.

This grant provides flexible funding to nonprofit organizations in Western North Carolina that are dedicated to improving housing, education, economic opportunity, and health for underserved communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in economically distressed areas of the Appalachian Region to enhance their capacity through training, strategic planning, and community-led initiatives for sustainable economic growth.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small organizations in Greensboro, North Carolina, that are working to eliminate health disparities and promote equity in access to essential resources like food, housing, and education for underserved communities.