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Grants in North Carolina

Browse 124 open grants tagged for North Carolina, plus 12,431 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

124

National Grants

12,431

Avg. Award

$2.7M

Total Available

12,555

North Carolina Grants by Funding Source

State

26

North Carolina state agencies

Private / Foundation

85

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in North Carolina

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
NC Pre-K Program GrantsNC Division of Child Development and Early Education$30K - $400KJun 30, 2026
Mary Reynolds Babcock Rural South GrantMary Reynolds Babcock Foundation$25K - $200KAug 31, 2026
North Carolina Veterans Commission — Service GrantsNorth Carolina Veterans Commission$10K - $100KSep 1, 2026
North Carolina DD Council — Community GrantsNorth Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities$10K - $75KSep 1, 2026
North Carolina Area Agency on Aging — Community GrantsNorth Carolina Area Agency on Aging$10K - $75KSep 1, 2026
North Carolina Perkins V CTE GrantsNC Department of Public Instruction$20K - $500KSep 15, 2026
NC STEM Center Education GrantsNC Department of Public Instruction$10K - $150KOct 1, 2026
NC Education Lottery ScholarshipNorth Carolina State Education Assistance Authority$500 - $7KOct 1, 2026
North Carolina Arts Council — Grant ProgramsNorth Carolina Arts Council$1K - $100KInvalid Date
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) — Housing & Community Development GrantsNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA)$25K - $2MInvalid Date

Top Grant Categories in North Carolina

Education27
Community Development17
Health16
Community Development14
Environment14
Public Safety14
Workforce Development10
Housing9
Technology8

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Frequently Asked Questions: North Carolina Grants

How many grants are available in North Carolina?
There are currently 124 grants specifically tagged for North Carolina, plus 12,431 nationwide grants that organizations in North Carolina can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for North Carolina grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in North Carolina are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in North Carolina?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in North Carolina?
Yes. In addition to North Carolina-specific funding, there are 12,431 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in North Carolina?
The average maximum award for North Carolina-tagged grants is $2.7M, with a median of $500K. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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