North Carolina Grants
Last updated October 7, 2026
There are currently 110 active grants available to North Carolina applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Durham County Food Security Grants government ~October · $20K – $50K Durham County Government and Durham County Cooperative Extension are accepting Food Security Grant applications for the 2027 calendar year. | |
| Donation Mini-Grant (DMG) Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies Grant program with three application cycles per year (January 15, April 15, and August 15 deadlines) for donation-based conservation projects. | |
| Planning Grant Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Annual competitive grant program for planning projects related to conservation, preservation, and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. | |
| Innovative Stormwater Grant Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Annual competitive grant program for innovative stormwater management projects that support conservation, preservation, and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. | |
| Restoration Grant Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Annual competitive grant program for restoration projects that preserve and restore North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. | |
| Acquisition Grant Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Annual competitive grant program for acquisition of land for conservation, preservation, and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources. | |
| Community Housing / CDBG Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| NC Land and Water Fund Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| State Historic Preservation Office Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| Film and Entertainment Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| Environmental Enhancement Grant (EEG) Program State Not published · Varies | |
| Jacob Rodriguez College Scholarship Autism Strong Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A one-time scholarship empowering autistic students in higher education or vocational training; applicant must have an autism diagnosis. | |
| ASC Artist Support Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Science Council (Charlotte, NC) awards Artist Support Grants to creative individuals in the region — Mecklenburg plus Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Rowan counties (in partnership with those county arts councils). | |
| AEA Community Seed Grant Program Autoimmune Encephalitis Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Autoimmune Encephalitis Alliance Community Seed Grant Program supports research focused on the diagnosis, management, and outcomes of individuals with autoimmune encephalitis (AE), with an emphasis on and preference for research with a… | |
| Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services Grant Opportunities State Not published · Varies | |
| Circle of Sisterhood Foundation Grants Circle of Sisterhood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Circle of Sisterhood Foundation awards grants each year (in the spring) to organizations working worldwide to remove barriers to education for girls and women. | |
| NC Science Museums Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| NC Department of Public Instruction Funding Opportunities for school disctricts and schools State Not published · Varies | |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Grant Opportunities State Not published · Varies | |
| Completing Acces to Broadband (CAB) Grants State Not published · Varies | |
| Supporting Undergraduate Native Students (SUNS) Program State Not published · Varies | |
| Autism Strong CampStrong Grant Autism Strong Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The CampStrong Grant provides financial assistance for children with autism to attend day/week-long summer camps, holiday camps, and overnight residential camps; funding is paid directly to the camp/program provider. | |
| Blowing Rock Community Foundation Community Grants Blowing Rock Community Foundat Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blowing Rock Community Foundation gave $30,000 in 2025 grants to Blowing Rock-area nonprofits and community programs, and a '2026 Grant Application' is currently linked on its Grants page (open). |
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About grants in North Carolina
North Carolina combines growing state programs with a strong foundation sector anchored by the Research Triangle. The NC Arts Council, Department of Commerce, and Golden LEAF Foundation are major funders. Foundations like the Duke Endowment, Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, and the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust provide significant private funding across the state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants does North Carolina offer?
Key NC agencies include the Arts Council, Department of Commerce (including the Rural Economic Development Division), Department of Public Instruction, and the NC Housing Finance Agency. The Golden LEAF Foundation, funded by tobacco settlement money, is a major funder for economically distressed communities.
What foundations serve North Carolina?
Major NC foundations include the Duke Endowment, Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, Belk Foundation, Triangle Community Foundation, and the Foundation for the Carolinas. The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC Foundation is a major health funder.
Are there grants for North Carolina small businesses?
Yes. The NC Department of Commerce, NC IDEA, and the Small Business and Technology Development Center offer various programs. The One NC Fund provides economic development grants. The NC Rural Center funds rural business development. Many cities including Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham run local business grant programs.
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