Dogwood Health Trust: Organizational Capacity Building Grant

The Dogwood Health Trust provides an Organizational Capacity Building Grant aimed at enhancing the operational strength and sustainability of nonprofit organizations in Western North Carolina. Grants range from $15,000 to $50,000 and support initiatives that align with health, education, housing, and economic opportunities. This funding is crucial for nonprofits that do not directly support program expenses, ensuring that local organizations can thrive and contribute to community wellbeing.

Grantmaking
Creating a Western North Carolina where every generation can live, learn, earn and thrive, with dignity and opportunity for all – no exceptions.
Dogwood invests in aligned organizations that advance efforts in our four strategic priorities of:

• HousingEducationEconomic opportunityHealth & wellness

Capacity Building support is funding for activities that help strengthen strategically aligned partners’ internal operations to achieve long-term performance and sustainability.
Grant sizes will range from $15,000 to $50,000 and can be used over a two-year period.

Eligibility

501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities of all sizes that serve the Qualla Boundary and 18 counties of Western North CarolinaFiscal sponsorship organizationsGovernment and governmental organizationsFaith-based organizationsColleges and universities

Ineligibility

It is not meant to support program expenses or service delivery.