NCGSK Foundation: Ribbon of Hope Grant

NCGSK Foundation: Ribbon of Hope Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation
Amount: US $50,000
Last Updated: October 11, 2025

Summary

The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation offers the Ribbon of Hope Grant, providing one-time funding of $25,000 for innovative projects that enhance science, health, and education in local communities. This initiative aims to address critical community needs while promoting sustainability. Eligible applicants include North Carolina-based nonprofit organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3). The Foundation prioritizes proposals that align with local agency goals and demonstrate long-term viability beyond the grant period.

Overview

NOTE: The Board meets four times a year to consider and award grants. Completed applications must be received by: Jan. 1, April 1, July 1 or Oct. 1 (or the next business day if a weekend or holiday). Background The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation is committed to embracing the entire state through our various grant programs. We seek the creative spark that makes a true difference in people's lives by supporting innovative programs promoting the sciences, health and education. The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation is an independent self-funding 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supporting activities that help meet the educational and health needs of today's society and future generations. For decades, the Foundation has been a proud supporter of programs in our state that help advance science, health and education. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors that includes community leaders and GSK corporate executives. The day to day operations are overseen by the staff. The Foundation was the vision of Glaxo chairman and chief executive, the late Joseph J. Ruvane, Jr. Mr. Ruvane brought the company from Florida to the Research Triangle Park and with it his passion for community. His vision was to establish an annually budgeted corporate giving program and a stable, long-term source of support for our state. In 1996, the company ceased funding the foundation. The foundation's growth is based solely on investment and market growth derived from its own independent endowment. Since our establishment in 1986, we have awarded $68.9 million in grants over 30 years! We pay approximately $3 million in grants each year to North Carolina nonprofit organizations. Ribbon of Hope Grants The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation invites nonprofit organizations to apply for one-time grants of $25,000 for projects furthering science, health and education in their local communities. These grants are intended to offer organizations a one-time opportunity to develop a new initiative or to grow and expand and/or enhance an existing program. The Foundation does not fund core mission support, general operating, indirect or overhead costs, construction or renovation projects, medical assistance or services, or equipment. Many nonprofits are providing outstanding services, but are struggling with limited resources to meet the needs of their local communities as their own budgets are squeezed. These grants are intended to offer organizations a one-time opportunity to expand and/or enhance an existing program or provide seed funds for a new initiative. In addition to the financial assistance, recipients benefit from customized consulting services and technical assistance provided by the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits. Ribbon of Hope proposals will be considered that relate to the establishment and implementation of new projects or expansion of an existing program which: address critical community needs that have been identified through comprehensive needs assessment activitiestightly align with goals and objectives of local community agenciesdemonstrate their sustainability after grant funds are expended.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. North Carolina community-based nonprofit, charitable organizations and institutions exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code are eligible to apply. Nonprofits with proposals pertaining to health, science and education as well as collaborative partnerships between several community-based organizations are encouraged to apply.

Ineligibility

Individuals may not apply.