How much funding does Pauline Wright Grants provide?

Pauline Wright Grants provides $7,200 per county in funding.

When is the deadline for Pauline Wright Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Pauline Wright Grants?

Eligible applicants: Dare County: $7,200 available per year; Currituck County: $7,200 available per year; Each county has a separate endowment fund. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

How often is Pauline Wright Grants offered?

Pauline Wright Grants runs on an annual cycle.

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Funding Amount

$7,200 per county

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Dare County: $7,200 available per year
Currituck County: $7,200 available per year
Each county has a separate endowment fund

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

Government agencies

Overview

Purpose: Support educational, cultural, social, and/or developmental programs for individuals with Down syndrome and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs)

Eligible Organizations:

Qualifying 501(c)3 charities
Government agencies

Geographic Scope:

Dare County: $7,200 available per year
Currituck County: $7,200 available per year
Each county has a separate endowment fund

Priority Areas:

Programs in schools
Programs benefitting children
Job-training and life skills programs for adults

Matching Funds: Excellent projects may be eligible for matching dollars from other Community Foundation funds. Projects benefitting both Dare and Currituck counties could draw from both funds

Fund Status: Pauline Wright (deceased 2011); funds will grow over time and award grants every spring

Contact Information:

Phone: 252-261-8839 or 252-423-3003
Executive Director: Lorelei Costa
Address: 704 S US 64 HWY, Manteo, NC 27954

How to Apply

Application Process

Submit Online: Applications completed and submitted online
Deadline: Friday, May 2 (application deadline in 2014; check website for current deadline)
Before Applying: Contact Lorelei Costa at 252-261-8839 or by email to discuss your project
Application Portal: www.tinyurl.com/ApplyOBCFGrant (as of 2014)

Note: Check website for current application deadlines and procedures.

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