Non-County Agency Funding Grant

New Hanover County offers financial assistance through its Non-County Agency Funding program to support nonprofit organizations that align with its strategic objectives outlined in the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan. This annual funding, with a maximum allotment of $50,000, focuses on key areas such as economic development, community safety, and environmental stewardship. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) status and governmental entities, fostering transparency and accountability in the funding process.

New Hanover County is committed to providing financial assistance to nonprofit agencies which assist the county in carrying out its mission and strategic objectives as outlined on the 2024 to 2028 Strategic Plan page. Non-County Agency funding is distributed on an annual basis through an established process that ensures transparency, accountability, and consistency in the funding of non-county agencies.
The focus areas defined by the new strategic plan are:

• Workforce and Economic Development
• Community Safety and Well-being
• Sustainable Land Use and Environmental Stewardship
• Funding

Funding allotments will not exceed $50,000. The cap may change depending on the availability of funds and the number of applicants, which vary from year to year.

Eligibility

Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) status and governmental entities are generally eligible to apply for non-county agency funding.