North Carolina Grants
Last updated August 25, 2026
There are currently 84 active grants available to North Carolina applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant | Deadline ▲ | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Solutions Fund | Rolling | Varies | |
| Broadband Pole Replacement Grants | Rolling | Varies | |
| Workforce Grants | Rolling | Varies | |
| NC Department of Environmental Quality Grant Programs | Rolling | Varies | |
| Library Services and Technology Act Grants | Rolling | Varies | |
| NC Arts Council Grants | Rolling | Varies | |
| One North Carolina Small Business Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| Public Infrastructure Funds | Rolling | Varies | |
| Child Development and Early Education Grant Opportunities | Rolling | Varies | |
| Digital Learning Grants | Rolling | Varies | |
| NC Department of Health and Human Services Grant Programs | Rolling | Varies | |
| NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Grant Programs | Rolling | Varies |
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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.
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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