Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

April 4, 2027

361 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Capacity Grants Program

Overview: The Capacity Grants Program helps organizations invest in their long-term success and sustainability. Recognizing that strong organizations build stronger communities, these grants support internal growth and organizational development.

Geographic Scope: New Hanover County, North Carolina

Strategic Focus Areas:

  • Strategic planning

  • Professional and leadership development

  • Board development

  • Financial stability initiatives

  • Research and program evaluation

  • Data organization

  • Scholarly research and solutions to local challenges
  • Mission: By focusing on sustainability, The Endowment aims to help organizations not just survive but thrive.

    Eligibility:

  • Tax-exempt organizations (nonprofits, public charities, universities)

  • Public agencies (state, county, local governments)

  • Emerging nonprofits may qualify through fiscal sponsors or intermediary funders
  • What They Fund:

  • Organizational capacity building and infrastructure

  • Strategic planning initiatives

  • Leadership and professional development

  • Board development programs

  • Financial sustainability improvements

  • Research and evaluation activities

  • Scholarly research and solutions to local challenges
  • Grant Requirements:

  • Organizations must utilize awarded funds by December 31, 2025 (for 2025 round)

  • Submit an impact report by January 30, 2026 (for 2025 round)

  • Sign a grant agreement with The Endowment
  • Contact Information:

  • The Endowment

  • 115 N 3rd St Suite 400

  • Wilmington, NC 28401

  • Phone: (910) 756-5990

  • Email: information@theendowment.org

  • Website: www.theendowment.org
  • Background: The Endowment was established from the sale of the county-owned New Hanover Regional Medical Center to Novant Health in 2020. The initial fund was nearly $1.3 billion. Grants will be awarded each year in perpetuity.

    How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Register and Complete Application
    - Register and apply on The Endowment's grant portal at https://theendowment.org/grants/grantee-portal/

    2. Required Documentation
    - IRS Form 990 (most recent fiscal year) - may be 990-N, 990-EZ, or 990
    - For nonprofits: proof of 501(c)(3) status
    - Most recent audited financial statements or financial statements for the last two fiscal years
    - Current board of directors list
    - Clear budget for the proposed capacity-building initiative
    - Supporting documents

    3. Technical Assistance
    - The Endowment provides assistance during office hours:
    - Mondays: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    - Wednesdays: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    - Fridays: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    - Contact: Moussa Toure, Network Associate

    4. Application Submission
    - Submit all required materials through the grant portal by the deadline
    - A well-prepared application with clear budget and supporting documents helps streamline the process

    5. Post-Award Requirements
    - Sign a grant agreement with The Endowment
    - Utilize awarded funds by December 31 of award year
    - Submit an impact report by January 30 of the following year

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitscapacity-buildingprofessional-development

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