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North Carolina State Grants Portal

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Every grant and loan program that North Carolina's state agencies, departments, boards and state-created authorities offer to local governments, nonprofits, businesses, farms, schools and individuals — the money, who qualifies, the catch, and the next window — in one place, refreshed daily from the OpenGrants database.

Data refreshed: November 4, 2026 · Editorial verified: November 4, 2026 · 137 programs and listings

136Verified programs

29Open right now

1Live listings

20Agencies

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This is North Carolina's own money. Programs here are administered by a North Carolina state agency, department, board or state-created authority — including federal dollars the state passes through. Federal direct programs and private foundations open to North Carolina applicants are listed at the end of this page, under Beyond state agencies.
Programs and listings are different things. A program card is the recurring opportunity (its rules, cycle and catch); a listing is one cycle's posting, tracked live in the OpenGrants database. When a card has no open listing, the next window is projected from its cycle and labeled as such.
Everything here is exportable. Download the CSV or JSON, or read the CommonGrants API — every record follows the open CommonGrants protocol, so you can move this data into your own tools.

What's included: Grants, loans, tax credits and rebates offered by a North Carolina state entity to outside applicants, whether funded by state appropriations, federal pass-through or trust funds; recurring programs with no current listing are kept with a projected window. What's left out: Federal programs applied for directly from a federal agency, private and community foundations, local-government programs, grants open only to other state agencies, student financial aid, and state purchasing contracts (those are on OpenGrants Contracts).

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Who gives the money: North Carolina's grantmaking agencies

1. North Carolina Department of Commerce (Commerce)

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CDBG Economic Development Building Reuse

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Federal CDBG grants to renovate vacant industrial and commercial buildings for new or expanding businesses that create jobs for low- and moderate-income people.

Up to $750,000 per unit of government; calculated at $20,000 per job for eligible businesses and $12,000 per job for others

OpenGrantHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Jobs must serve low- and moderate-income persons and be permanent full-time positions; CDBG federal requirements and prior-grant performance thresholds apply.

Next deadline: Rolling · Rolling; applications may be submitted at any time during the year and are approved by the Rural Infrastructure Authority, which meets six times a year

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Non-entitlement counties and municipalities; the building must have been vacant 30 consecutive days or more before the pre-application conference; the partner business must create permanent full-time jobs (1,600 hours a year) and meet G.S. 105-129.80 criteria; applicants must meet threshold requirements on any prior CDBG grants.
How to apply: Direct application: contact the CDBG Program Director early and submit the application to the Rural Economic Development Division; applications may be made at any time but the Rural Infrastructure Authority must approve them.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $750,000 per unit of government; calculated at $20,000 per job for eligible businesses and $12,000 per job for others
Funding source: Federal
Geography: Non-entitlement counties and municipalities in North Carolina
Contact: name: Lorenzo S. Claxton, CDBG Program Director; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-665-2928;
Statutory authority: 4 NCAC 19L and 4 NCAC 1K

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CDBG Economic Development Demolition

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Federal CDBG grants to demolish vacant dilapidated industrial buildings and create sites for new jobs and private investment.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Federal CDBG requirements apply, including the slums-and-blight national objective and reporting of jobs created during demolition.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Federal funds are made available annually through HUD; the page gives no application window

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: All North Carolina counties except Wake, Mecklenburg and Cumberland, and all municipalities except the 24 entitlement communities (Holly Springs and Linden remain eligible). Applicants must have capacity to administer the project and meet threshold and performance requirements for prior CDBG grants.
How to apply: Direct application: contact the CDBG Program Director early in project development, then apply to the Rural Economic Development Division.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Geography: Non-entitlement counties and municipalities in North Carolina
Contact: name: Lorenzo S. Claxton, CDBG Program Director; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-665-2928;
Statutory authority: 4 NCAC 19L and 4 NCAC 1K

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CDBG Economic Development Infrastructure

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Federal CDBG grants to local governments for infrastructure that spurs job creation and retention, mainly benefiting low- and moderate-income people.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Federal CDBG national-objective requirements apply; projects must primarily serve low- and moderate-income persons.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No application window posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local municipal or county governments in North Carolina, excluding urban counties and entitlement cities that receive CDBG directly from HUD.
How to apply: Direct application: contact the CDBG Program Director at the Rural Economic Development Division; the page does not publish an application form or window.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Geography: Non-entitlement counties and municipalities in North Carolina
Contact: name: Lorenzo S. Claxton, CDBG Program Director; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-665-2928;

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Expanded Gas Products Service to Agriculture Fund

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants for excess infrastructure costs of projects that bring natural or propane gas service or expand agricultural production or processing.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureEnergy

The catch: The grant pays only excess infrastructure costs; see the guidelines document for terms.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No application window posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Owners of projects that expand natural or propane gas service or agricultural production or processing capability; see the program guidelines for full criteria.
How to apply: Direct application: review the program guidelines and contact the Commerce Finance Center to apply.
Applicant types: Business, Public Agency, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Mark Poole, Commerce Finance Center; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-4616;

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Film and Entertainment Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Rebates of up to 25% of qualified in-state production expenses.

Rebate up to 25% of qualified expenses; caps of $15 million per TV series season, $7 million per feature or made-for-TV film, $250,000 per commercial

Confirm with agencyRebateLibraries and ArtsHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Rebate paid on qualified in-state spend after production; read the program guidelines (revised June 23, 2025) before filming, and complete the Intent to Film form first.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Continuing program funded each fiscal year (July 1-June 30); unused funds roll over; no application deadline posted

Applicant tip: Submit the Intent to Film form before production starts; the Film Office reviews it before releasing the formal application.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Productions meeting the minimum in-state spend: television series $500,000 per episode on average, feature films $1.5 million, made-for-TV movies $500,000, commercials $250,000. The Film Office confirms eligibility after reviewing the Intent to Film form.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the NC Film Office Intent to Film Notification Form; the Film Office then sends the formal Film and Entertainment Grant Application if the production is eligible to apply.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Rebate up to 25% of qualified expenses; caps of $15 million per TV series season, $7 million per feature or made-for-TV film, $250,000 per commercial
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: NC Film Office; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-447-7800;
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.02A

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Incumbent Worker Training

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Offsets part of the cost of training existing employees so they can advance and the employer can backfill less skilled roles.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Business cost share required; employees must have six months of service and training must lead to an increased skill level.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Administered by local Workforce Development Boards; no statewide deadline posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Businesses training employees who have worked for them for at least six months; the business must share the cost through cash or in-kind contributions based on company size.
How to apply: Pass-through: contact the Business Services Representative at your local Workforce Development Board; applications are handled locally.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Other

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Industrial Development Fund Utility Account

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants to local governments for industrial-grade water, sewer, gas, electric and transportation infrastructure that supports job creation.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: The site must be publicly owned and there must be a reasonable expectation that jobs are created from the funded project; see the guidelines document for other terms.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No application window posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Counties must be ranked among the 80 most distressed under G.S. 143B-437.08; the infrastructure must be on the building site or directly related to a specific industrial activity, the site must be publicly owned, and jobs must reasonably be expected from the project.
How to apply: Direct application: review the program guidelines and contact the Commerce Finance Center grant manager to apply.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Geography: 80 most distressed North Carolina counties
Contact: name: Heather C. Sains, Grant Manager, Commerce Finance Center; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-4642;
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.08 (county distress ranking cited for eligibility)

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Industrial Shell Building Loans (Revolving Loan Fund)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Low-interest loans to local governments to build industrial shell buildings.

Varies — check official page; set by projected jobs and community distress

Confirm with agencyLoanMatch 100%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Repayable loan at 2% interest, maximum five-year term, principal deferred two years, with a dollar-for-dollar local match.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No application window posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government applicants proposing an industrial shell building; loan size depends on projected jobs and community distress.
How to apply: Direct application: the page gives no form or contact for the loan; contact the Rural Economic Development Division through the Building or Site Funds page.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page; set by projected jobs and community distress
Funding source: State
Match: 100%

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Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Performance-based cash grants paid over time to companies that create jobs and invest in the state.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: The catch: awarded only where North Carolina is competing with another location; payments follow strict yearly performance targets and stop if the company does not meet them.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Discretionary awards made case by case in competitive situations; no application window

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Companies creating net new jobs and investing in the state in a competitive situation; awards weigh location, county tier, jobs, wages against the county average and industry sector. Special categories exist for projects creating 1,750 jobs and investing $500 million, and for 3,000 jobs and $1 billion.
How to apply: Negotiated: the page publishes criteria and statutes but no application form; contact NC Commerce about your project.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.50 to 143B-437.56

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Major Events, Games, and Attractions Fund

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Funds local efforts to attract major events that bring out-of-state visitors to North Carolina.

Varies — check official page; 2026 awards listed ranged from $325,000 to $3,167,770

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentParks & Recreation

The catch: Application documents are public records under the N.C. Public Records Act unless clearly designated confidential or trade secret at submission.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Applications accepted per event; the page lists awards for 2025, 2026 and 2027 events and posts no deadline

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments in North Carolina seeking to attract major events; see the program guidelines for the full criteria.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the online application form (several pages) and email the requested supporting documents.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page; 2026 awards listed ranged from $325,000 to $3,167,770
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Mark Poole, Director, Commerce Finance Center; email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.110 to 143B-437.114

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NC Neighborhood Revitalization Program (CDBG)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Federal CDBG grants for housing and neighborhood projects tailored to local needs, primarily for low- and moderate-income residents.

Varies — check official page; the page describes about $10 million for the program from the 2018 CDBG allocation

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Housing grants run on a 30-month grant period and carry federal CDBG requirements. The community housing page appears not to have been updated since the 2018 allocation, so confirm the current round with the program director.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Competitive state awards to non-entitlement governments; the page text describes the 2018 allocation and posts no current window

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Non-entitlement municipalities and counties in North Carolina (see applicant notes). Projects must incorporate at least one livability principle: equitable affordable housing, support for existing communities, or valuing communities and neighborhoods.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the Rural Economic Development Division CDBG program; the page gives no current application form or window, so contact the CDBG Program Director.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page; the page describes about $10 million for the program from the 2018 CDBG allocation
Funding source: Federal
Geography: Non-entitlement counties and municipalities in North Carolina
Contact: name: Lorenzo S. Claxton, CDBG Program Director; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-665-2928;

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North Carolina Esports Industry Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Rebates of up to 25% of qualified expenses for esports events produced in North Carolina.

Rebate up to 25% of qualified expenses; up to $5 million awarded in total each fiscal year

Confirm with agencyRebateHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Rebate of qualified in-state spend; the application must be submitted at least 30 days before the event; see the guidelines (revised June 3, 2022).

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Continuing program with up to $5 million awarded per fiscal year (July 1-June 30); applications due at least 30 days before each event

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Esports productions that spend at least $150,000 directly in North Carolina per event.
How to apply: Direct application: request the formal Esports Industry Grant Application from the SportsNC team and submit it at least 30 days before the event starts.
Applicant types: Business, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Rebate up to 25% of qualified expenses; up to $5 million awarded in total each fiscal year
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Contact: name: SportsNC; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-447-7765;

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On-the-Job Training (Wage Reimbursement)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Reimburses 50% to 75% of wages while a new employee is trained.

Wage reimbursement of 50% to 75% for up to six months

Confirm with agencyGrantEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Contracts are limited to the time needed to become proficient, no more than six months, and require a training plan before the hire.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing through local Workforce Development Boards; no statewide deadline posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Employers hiring a new employee with limited skills who is unemployed and needs training; contracts require an individualized training plan agreed before the hire.
How to apply: Pass-through: contact a Workforce Development Board Business Services Representative in your area, or DWS Business Services at [email protected] or 800-562-6333.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Wage reimbursement of 50% to 75% for up to six months
Funding source: Other
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Contact: name: DWS Business Services; email: [email protected]; tel: 800-562-6333;

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One NC Small Business Program: SBIR/STTR Phase I Incentive Funds

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Reimburses a portion of the cost of preparing and submitting federal Phase I SBIR/STTR proposals.

Varies — check official page; $210,000 available for Incentive grants in FY 2027

OpenGrantScience, Technology, and Research & DevelopmentHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Reimbursement of eligible proposal-preparation expenses; funds can run out before the June 30, 2027 close.

Next deadline: Jun 30, 2027 · Annual fiscal-year solicitation; FY 2027 applications are accepted until June 30, 2027 or until funds are exhausted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Qualified North Carolina small businesses preparing a federal Phase I SBIR/STTR proposal; the annual solicitation sets the full eligibility criteria and award terms.
How to apply: Direct application: review the FY 2027 Incentive Program Solicitation and apply online through the CyberGrants Management System.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page; $210,000 available for Incentive grants in FY 2027
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Chris Schmidt; email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.80

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One NC Small Business Program: SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Funds

North Carolina Department of Commerce

State matching dollars that bridge the gap between a federal Phase I SBIR/STTR award and Phase II.

Varies — check official page; $1,920,000 available for Matching grants in FY 2027, plus an additional $25,000 for recipients in areas severely impacted by Hurricane Helene

OpenGrantScience, Technology, and Research & DevelopmentHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Matching funds are paid in stages (a Stage 2 payment disbursement is requested from program staff) and require reporting through CyberGrants; funds can run out before June 30, 2027.

Next deadline: Jun 30, 2027 · Annual fiscal-year solicitation; FY 2027 applications are accepted until June 30, 2027 or until funds are exhausted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina small businesses holding a federal Phase I SBIR or STTR award; the FY 2027 Matching Program Solicitation sets the full criteria and award terms.
How to apply: Direct application: review the Matching Program Solicitation and apply online through the CyberGrants Management System (separate SBIR and STTR Matching Funds forms).
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page; $1,920,000 available for Matching grants in FY 2027, plus an additional $25,000 for recipients in areas severely impacted by Hurricane Helene
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Chris Schmidt; email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-437.81

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One North Carolina Fund (OneNC)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Discretionary cash grants that let the Governor respond quickly to competitive job-creation projects.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantMatch RequiredHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Awards are discretionary and negotiated only for projects competing against other states; funds are paid in 25% increments as jobs are created and the company must keep at least 90% of the new jobs.

Next deadline: Rolling · Rolling; applications accepted on an ongoing basis subject to availability of funds

Applicant tip: The catch: a business cannot apply on its own; the local government applies and matches, and the project must be actively competitive with another location.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: The project must be competitive with locations outside North Carolina, meet the county average wage, be matched by the local government, provide health insurance with the company paying at least 50% of premiums, and meet occupational safety and environmental compliance.
How to apply: Negotiated: applications are accepted on an ongoing basis subject to funds; Commerce reviews them and makes funding recommendations to the Governor. The page gives no form, so contact NC Commerce about your project.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Match: Required

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Rural Building Reuse Program (State Rural Grants)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants to local governments to renovate or upfit vacant or existing buildings and health care facilities that lead to new full-time private-sector jobs.

Up to one-half of renovation or construction cost, set by project location, jobs and economic impact

OpenGrantMatch 100%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Claw-back: the grant must be repaid if the committed jobs are not created and/or maintained for six consecutive months during the two-year grant period.

Next deadline: Jan 7, 2027 · Six award rounds a year; the 2026-2027 schedule lists application deadlines of October 22, 2026, January 7, 2027, February 22, 2027 and April 29, 2027

Applicant tip: Tier 1 and 2 counties give priority to towns and communities under 5,000 population; talk to the program director before building the application.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Units of local government in Tier 1 or Tier 2 counties, or in a rural census tract (population density under 500 per square mile) of a Tier 3 county. Vacant buildings must have sat empty at least three months before the application deadline; an expanding company must have occupied the building at least 12 months, meet the county weekly wage standard and pay at least 50% of employee health benefits; health care entities must be licensed by the State of North Carolina.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Building Reuse and Infrastructure Application from the Rural Engagement & Investment page and email it to [email protected] by one of the posted Rural Infrastructure Authority deadlines.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to one-half of renovation or construction cost, set by project location, jobs and economic impact
Funding source: State
Match: 100%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties and rural census tracts of Tier 3 counties in North Carolina
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Hazel Edmond, Director, Rural Engagement & Investment; email: [email protected]; tel: 984-297-5082;

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Rural Demolition Program (State Rural Grants)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants to demolish blighted, publicly owned buildings so the site can be redeveloped for jobs.

Up to $75,000 for buildings of 100,000 sq ft or less; up to $150,000 for larger buildings; no more than $12,500 per projected job

OpenGrantMatch 25%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Grant funds may be used only for demolition and removal of the building; the site must be development-ready at completion and may not be put to public use, parking, recreation or housing for three years after the award.

Next deadline: Jan 7, 2027 · Six award rounds a year; the 2026-2027 schedule lists application deadlines of October 22, 2026, January 7, 2027, February 22, 2027 and April 29, 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Units of local government in Tier 1 or Tier 2 counties, or in a rural census tract (population density under 500 per square mile) of a Tier 3 county. The local government owns the property, the building has been vacant three years before demolition, and there is a reasonable expectation of private investment and jobs at the site.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Demolition Application from the Rural Engagement & Investment page and email it to [email protected] by one of the posted Rural Infrastructure Authority deadlines.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $75,000 for buildings of 100,000 sq ft or less; up to $150,000 for larger buildings; no more than $12,500 per projected job
Funding source: State
Match: 25%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties and rural census tracts of Tier 3 counties in North Carolina
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Hazel Edmond, Director, Rural Engagement & Investment; email: [email protected]; tel: 984-297-5082;

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Rural Downtown Economic Development Grant (RDEDG)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants for publicly owned downtown infrastructure, buildings and mixed-use projects that help retain business and attract customers.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantMatch 5%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: A job projection and an Environmental Review are required with the application; funded projects must be publicly owned and controlled.

Next deadline: Jan 7, 2027 · The Rural Engagement & Investment schedule lists downtown application deadlines in bold: January 8, April 23 and August 20, 2026, then January 7 and April 29, 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments; the project must be a publicly owned improvement in a downtown district that serves a community-wide use. A job projection and an Environmental Review are required with the application.
How to apply: Direct application: follow the application guidelines on the program page and create an application in the Rural Connect portal (first-time users register); the Rural Engagement & Investment page also lists the posted deadlines.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Match: 5%
Geography: Rural downtown districts in North Carolina
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Elizabeth (Liz) H. Parham, NC Main Street & Rural Planning Center; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-805-2067;

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Rural Infrastructure Program (State Rural Grants)

North Carolina Department of Commerce

Grants to local governments for public water, sewer, gas, road and rail-spur infrastructure that leads directly to new private-sector jobs.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantMatch 5%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Claw-back: the grant must be repaid if the committed jobs are not created and/or maintained for six consecutive months during the two-year grant period.

Next deadline: Jan 7, 2027 · Six award rounds a year; the 2026-2027 schedule lists application deadlines of October 22, 2026, January 7, 2027, February 22, 2027 and April 29, 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Units of local government in Tier 1 or Tier 2 counties, or in a rural census tract (population density under 500 per square mile) of a Tier 3 county. The project must lead directly to new full-time private-sector jobs.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Building Reuse and Infrastructure Application from the Rural Engagement & Investment page and email it to [email protected] by one of the posted Rural Infrastructure Authority deadlines.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Match: 5%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties and rural census tracts of Tier 3 counties in North Carolina
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Hazel Edmond, Director, Rural Engagement & Investment; email: [email protected]; tel: 984-297-5082;

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2. North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ)

18 programs · Agency grants page ↗

205(j) Water Quality Management Planning Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

EPA-funded planning grants to regional councils of government.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantNo matchEnvironment & Water

The catch: Maximum 18-month project; quarterly reimbursement with a progress report.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual RFP released in summer with projects selected in fall; the 2026 deadline was September 17, 2026; no 2027 date posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Only regional councils of government / regional planning organizations may apply.
How to apply: Direct application: download the application materials from the 205(j) grant page and submit electronically by the RFP deadline.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true

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APNEP Citizen Advisory Committee Engagement and Stewardship Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Small grants for community engagement and stewardship projects in the Albemarle-Pamlico region.

Varies — 2026 awards ranged from about $4,325 to $57,915

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & WaterEducation

The catch: Projects must align with the CCMP and a priority focus area.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Accepts applications on a semi-regular basis in the spring; the 2026 window was March 2 to April 30, 2026

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Organizations working in the APNEP region on engagement, stewardship or education projects that support the CCMP.
How to apply: Direct application: watch the APNEP grant opportunities page and join the APNEP mailing list for the next call for proposals.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency, Higher Education
Award size: Varies — 2026 awards ranged from about $4,325 to $57,915
Funding source: Other
Contact: email: [email protected];

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Aquatic Weed Control Program

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Cost-share funding and field support for noxious aquatic weed control in public waters.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Cost-share; a site visit is usually required first.

Next deadline: Expected: October 2027 · Annual; applications must be received by October 15 the year before the project begins and feed the following year's work plan

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Counties, municipalities, soil and water districts, drainage districts, public utilities and other government agencies, for public waters. Private waters receive technical assistance only.
How to apply: Direct application: contact the program, arrange a site visit, then submit the Aquatic Weed Control Program application form.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State

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Beach and Waterfront Access Grants

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Matching grants for public pedestrian access to beaches and waterways.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantParks & RecreationEnvironment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement of actual expenses only, after the required local cash match is met; funding depends on availability and approval of the state budget.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the 2026-27 cycle is closed (pre-application April 24, final application July 31, 2026); the 2027-28 cycle opens in February 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments in the 20 coastal counties and municipalities with public trust waters. Pedestrian access must be a major component of the project.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the pre-application from the program page; selected local governments are invited to submit a final application.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

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Coastal Recreational Fishing License Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Competitive grants for marine resource management, restoration and research.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & WaterScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: No RFP is guaranteed in any year.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · RFP issued only subject to annual availability; none planned for FY 2025-2026 and no later RFP posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Proposals from universities, community colleges, and local or state North Carolina governmental entities, DMF or the Wildlife Resources Commission.
How to apply: Direct application: respond to a request for proposals when one is announced; sign up for DEQ press release notices and contact the CRFL coordinator.
Applicant types: Higher Education, Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Kathy Peterson, CRFL Project Coordinator; email: [email protected]; tel: 252-515-5470;
Statutory authority: G.S. 113-175.1; G.S. 113-175.5

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Community Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant (CWRAR)

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants to local governments to divert materials from landfills and boost recycling awareness.

Up to $60,000 standard; up to $80,000 priority projects

OpenGrantMatch 20%Environment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement only; 10% held until the final report is approved; expenses before the executed contract are not reimbursable; state and local sales taxes are not reimbursable; 20% cash match.

Next deadline: Feb 11, 2027 · Annual; RFP typically opens late fall with proposals due mid-February; 2027 proposals due February 11, 2027; contracts begin July 1

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments. Funds may not be used for salaries, land, overhead, utilities, consultant studies or contracted collection.
How to apply: Direct application: download the 2027 CWRAR request for proposals from the program page and submit the proposal to DEACS by 5:00 p.m. on the deadline.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $60,000 standard; up to $80,000 priority projects
Funding source: State
Match: 20%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Alex Miller; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8190;

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Food Waste Reduction Grant (FWRG)

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants for food recovery and organics recycling infrastructure.

Varies — see the annual request for proposals

ExpectedGrantMatch 20%Environment & WaterFood & Nutrition

The catch: Reimbursement only (up to 90% of the award, 10% held until the final report); 20% cash match with no in-kind substitution.

Next deadline: Expected: November 2027 · Annual; 2027 round proposals due 5:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2026 · Set an alert ↗

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Compost facilities, compost haulers, local governments, anaerobic digestion facilities and food recovery organizations. No salaries, land, overhead, utilities, consultants or contracted services.
How to apply: Direct application: download the 2027 FWRG request for proposals from the program page and submit the proposal to DEACS.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business
Award size: Varies — see the annual request for proposals
Funding source: State
Match: 20%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Christine Wittmeier; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8121;

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Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Grant (MSERG)

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants to replace or repower older diesel vehicles and equipment with cleaner ones.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & WaterTransportationEnergy

The catch: Cost share depends on project type per the DERA eligibility tool; the replacement vehicle must run at least 70% in North Carolina for five years.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Rounds are announced by DAQ; the 2024 round closed January 31, 2025 and awards were announced October 1, 2025; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Any private or public entity with a physical presence in North Carolina; original equipment must have been operational in the previous two years and the replacement operated at least 70% in North Carolina for five years.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the online application in the DAQ Grants Management System (requires an NCID) with the vehicle spreadsheet and required attachments; join the DAQ grants listserv for notices.
Applicant types: Business, Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Usha Bhatta; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8442;

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Multifamily Recycling Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Funding to start or expand recycling at multifamily properties.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantEnvironment & WaterHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Accepted only while funding lasts; see the RFP for match and reimbursement terms.

Next deadline: Rolling · Rolling for the duration of funding availability

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments, recycling businesses or nonprofits, multifamily property owners or management companies, public housing authorities, and colleges and universities for off-campus housing.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Multifamily Recycling Grant request for proposals from the program page and submit it to DEACS.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business, Higher Education
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Elise Traywick; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8135;

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N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) Phases 3 and 4

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants for engineering, design and construction of coastal resilience projects.

Varies — $2.5 million across both phases

OpenGrantNo matchDisaster Prevention & ReliefEnvironment & Water

The catch: A separate application is needed for each project, ranked in priority order.

Next deadline: Nov 10, 2026 · Current round opened September 1, 2026; applications due November 10, 2026; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments and federally or state-recognized tribes in the 20 CAMA counties; separate applications are required for each project.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Phase 3 or Phase 4 RFA guidance and application questionnaire from the RCCP overview page and email each completed application to the RCCP address.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — $2.5 million across both phases
Funding source: Federal and State
Match: Not Required
Submit via: true

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NC Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants for transient boating facilities for vessels 26 feet or longer.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantParks & RecreationTransportation

The catch: Facilities must serve transient vessels of 26 feet or more and be open to the public.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY2027 cycle: RFA released July 1, 2026 and applications were due August 28, 2026; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Owners or operators of eligible public-access marinas in the 20 coastal counties, including private businesses, local governments, nonprofits and higher education.
How to apply: Direct application: submit a single PDF application with the project summary worksheet by email to the BIG address (ShareFile upload for files over 20 MB).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business, Higher Education
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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NC Marine Sewage Pumpout and Dump Station Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants for installing and renovating boat sewage pumpout and dump stations.

Up to $20,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 25%Environment & WaterParks & Recreation

The catch: 25% match required.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Yearly; no current deadline posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Private and commercial marinas, gas and service docks, seafood dealers and other boat docking facilities in the 20 coastal counties, and local governments with public docks.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Pumpout Grant Application (PDF or Word) and the guidelines from the program page.
Applicant types: Business, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $20,000
Funding source: Federal
Match: 25%

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Paper Cup Recycling Education Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Funding to update recycling education materials when a community adds paper cups.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantMatch 10%Environment & WaterEducation

The catch: First-come until funds run out; 10% match; purchases only after a fully executed contract.

Next deadline: Rolling · Rolling until available funding is expended

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments adding paper cups to their recycling programs.
How to apply: Direct application: download the Paper Cup Recycling Grant request for proposals from the program page and submit it to DEACS.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Other
Match: 10%
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Madeline Joslin; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8341;

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Recycling Business Development Grant (RBDG)

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Grants to recycling businesses for equipment, buildings and infrastructure.

Varies — see the annual request for proposals

ExpectedGrantMatch 50%Environment & WaterHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Reimbursement only (up to 90% during the project, final 10% held until the final report is approved); 50% cash match; pre-contract expenses are not reimbursable.

Next deadline: Expected: November 2027 · Annual; 2027 round proposals due 5:00 p.m. November 5, 2026; contracts typically begin March 1; awards notified by January · Set an alert ↗

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A business or nonprofit that accepts, collects or recycles materials from outside sources to create feedstock or recycled products; a manufacturer recycling its own scrap does not qualify. Land, salaries, operating, marketing and processing fees are not eligible.
How to apply: Direct application: download the 2027 RBDG request for proposals from the program page and submit the proposal, vendor quotes and required forms; register in NC eProcurement (eVP).
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — see the annual request for proposals
Funding source: State
Match: 50%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Emily Weaver; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8913;

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Scrap Tire Recycling Market Development Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Capital grants for scrap tire processing and tire-derived product manufacturing.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & WaterHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Capital expenditures only; see the RFP for match terms.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · The FY 2026-2027 round is closed; the Grant Opportunities page says the next opportunity will open in 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Private-sector applicants that accept and process discarded tires into scrap tire materials or manufacture value-added products from them.
How to apply: Direct application: when the next round opens, download the request for proposals from the program page and submit to DEACS.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Emily Weaver; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8913;
Statutory authority: Session Law 2025-66

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Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Subaward Grant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Pass-through EPA funding for local recycling equipment and vehicles.

Up to $100,000

OpenGrantNo matchEnvironment & Water

The catch: Equipment, containers and vehicles only (no construction or fixed installation); the grantee bears any costs above the award.

Next deadline: Feb 11, 2027 · Current round open October 15, 2026 to February 11, 2027; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina counties, municipalities, councils of government and solid waste authorities.
How to apply: Pass-through: download the SWIFR Subaward Grant request for proposals from the program page and submit the proposal to DEACS by 5:00 p.m. February 11, 2027.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $100,000
Funding source: Federal
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Alex Miller; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-8190;

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State Energy Program Energy Efficiency Subgrant

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Subgrants for energy efficient building upgrade projects.

$50,000 to $200,000 per project

OpenGrantEnergy

The catch: The project period must conclude no later than June 30, 2027; funding probably will not be awarded until early 2027.

Next deadline: Nov 24, 2026 · Current request for proposals open October 22 to November 24, 2026; awards likely first quarter of 2027; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: NC towns, cities, counties, state agencies, universities, community colleges, K-12 schools, nonprofits, businesses and industrial entities. The project period must end by June 30, 2027.
How to apply: Direct application: respond to the State Energy Program Energy Efficiency Subgrant request for proposals on the DEQ events page.
Applicant types: Public Agency, School District, Higher Education, Nonprofit, Business
Award size: $50,000 to $200,000 per project
Funding source: Federal
Contact: name: Sascha Medina; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-8672;

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Water Resources Development Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Cost-share grants for navigation, stream restoration, water management, recreation and flood resiliency projects.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & WaterDisaster Prevention & ReliefParks & Recreation

The catch: Cost-share: the local government pays a match; resolution, no-overdue-tax and conflict-of-interest documents are required.

Next deadline: Expected: June 2027 · One grant cycle per fiscal year with a June 30 application deadline; the spring 2026 cycle ended June 30, 2026 and the spring 2027 cycle begins January 1, 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments throughout the state with eligible project types.
How to apply: Direct application: download the guidelines and application form for the project type from the program page and contact the grant manager.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Amin Davis, state and local projects; email: [email protected]; name: Kevin Hart, navigation projects; email: [email protected];

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3. North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS)

18 programs · Agency grants page ↗

ADFP Trust Fund Grants: Agricultural Development Projects and Plans

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Grants for agricultural development projects, agricultural plans, additional easement purchase funds and local agricultural growth zones.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Two-part application with hard deadlines; Part 2 access is by emailed link only to applicants who completed Part 1; individual farmers cannot apply directly.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual numbered cycle (Cycle 20 in 2026): Part 1 closed August 31, 2026; Part 2 opened September 14 and closes December 21, 2026. Cycle 21 dates not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Applicants must be non-profit conservation organizations or county agencies per N.C.G.S. 106-744; farmers and landowners must partner with one. Incomplete or late application parts are ineligible.
How to apply: Direct application: a qualifying non-profit or county agency completes the two-part online application using the application guidelines and budget worksheet for the chosen type on the Cycle 20 resources page.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Statutory authority: N.C.G.S. 106-744

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ADFP Trust Fund Grants: Conservation Easements

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Funds purchase of agricultural conservation easements and donation costs to keep working farmland in farming.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureEnvironment & Water

The catch: Multi-part application with hard part deadlines (miss one and the application is ineligible); a landowner must be partnered with a non-profit or county agency; resubmission of previously submitted easement areas requires a full new application.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual numbered cycle (Cycle 20 in 2026): Part 1 August 3-31, Part 2 September 14 - October 19, Part 3 November 2 - December 21, 2026. Cycle 21 dates not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Applicants must be non-profit conservation organizations or county agencies per N.C.G.S. 106-744. Farmers, landowners and others must partner with such an organization. Failure to complete each application part by its deadline makes the application ineligible.
How to apply: Direct application: a qualifying non-profit or county agency completes the multi-part online application; the Primary and Secondary applicants named in Part 1 receive Part 2 access by unique email link. Application guidelines, checklist, budget worksheet and landowner forms are on the Cycle 20 resources page.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Statutory authority: N.C.G.S. 106-744

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Agricultural Facilities Disaster Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Low-interest loans to repair or replace farm buildings and structures damaged by natural disasters.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyLoanAgricultureDisaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Loan, not a grant: $75 application fee, 1 percent loan processing fee, credit report and recording costs, secured by a junior lien on real estate.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Available as disasters occur; no application window stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Owners of farm structures at the time of the damage, where the damage is a qualifying loss under the categories listed on the program page.
How to apply: Direct application: contact an NCAFA Loan Program Officer at 919-664-1740.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Larry Green, Loan Program Officer; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-664-1740;

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Agricultural Water Resources Assistance Program (AgWRAP)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Reimburses farmers for irrigation, water storage and pond practices that improve agricultural water efficiency and availability.

Reimbursement up to 75% of predetermined average cost or actual cost up to a cap per BMP

OpenRebateMatch 25%AgricultureEnvironment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement only (you carry 25 percent and the up-front cost); new ponds and pond repairs need site and soil assessments and an operation and maintenance plan; projects are ranked and need Review Committee and Commission approval.

Next deadline: Nov 13, 2026 · Annual; FY27 Regional Applications due to the district November 13, 2026, preliminary rankings November 16 - December 4, 2026, Review Committee approval February 8, 2027, Commission funding approval March 2027. District allocations are applied for through local districts.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Landowners or renters operating a bona fide farm for more than one year. Applicant must make less than $250,000 annually, or, if above that, 75 percent or more of income must come from agricultural operations.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through your local soil and water conservation district; larger pond and irrigation projects use the FY27 Regional Application (Formsite) submitted to the district by the regional deadline.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Reimbursement up to 75% of predetermined average cost or actual cost up to a cap per BMP
Funding source: State
Match: 25%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Statewide, through local soil and water conservation districts
Submit via: true
Contact: name: AgWRAP Coordinator; email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: Session Law 2011-145

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Community Conservation Assistance Program (CCAP)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Cost share for stormwater and erosion practices on developed, non-farm land.

Reimbursement up to 75% of predetermined average cost or actual cost up to a cap per BMP

Confirm with agencyRebateMatch 25%Environment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement only; sites must have been developed for three years or more; regional projects are ranked, site-assessed and need Advisory Committee and Commission approval.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual (FY27 cost list and implementation plan posted). The 2026 Regional Application round had district deadline September 30, 2026 with Commission funding approval in January 2027; no next-round date posted. District-level applications go through the local district.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Homeowners, businesses, schools, parks and publicly owned lands; sites must have been developed for three years or more.
How to apply: Direct application: contact your local soil and water conservation district; larger projects use the CCAP Regional Application (Survey123) submitted through the district.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Business, School District, Individual
Award size: Reimbursement up to 75% of predetermined average cost or actual cost up to a cap per BMP
Funding source: State
Match: 25%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Statewide, through local soil and water conservation districts
Submit via: true
Statutory authority: Session Law 2006-78

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Forest Development Program (FDP)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Cost-shares reforestation, afforestation and forest stand improvement on private land.

Varies — partial reimbursement at published prevailing rates per practice

Confirm with agencyRebateAgricultureEnvironment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement after the work is done; an NCFS-approved management plan and species standards are required; capped at about 100 acres a year per landowner.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual state fiscal year funding (FY2025-2026 funding memo and prevailing rates posted); no application deadline stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Private landowners in North Carolina, generally for up to 100 acres of cost share annually. A forest management plan approved by the N.C. Forest Service is required (written by NCFS, a consulting forester, another natural resource professional or the landowner). Species-specific qualification standards apply.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Forestry Cost-Share Funding Application and a W-9 to the N.C. Forest Service through your county ranger or forester, with an approved forest management plan.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: Varies — partial reimbursement at published prevailing rates per practice
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Statewide

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Large Animal Healthcare Enhancement Fund

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Grants to large animal veterinarians in smaller counties for loan repayment, equipment or technology.

Up to $25,000

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureAnimal Services

The catch: Awards are decided by the Large Animal Health Enhancement Advisory Committee; limited total pool ($130,000 a year).

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the last application round closed January 31, 2026 and awards of $123,500 were announced May 28, 2026; next round not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Veterinarians who practice in one of the 70 North Carolina counties with a population of 100,000 or fewer and spend 30 percent or more of patient care on large animal care.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the online application linked from the program page (Formsite); questions to [email protected].
Applicant types: Individual, Business
Award size: Up to $25,000
Funding source: State
Geography: 70 North Carolina counties with population of 100,000 or fewer
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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Lease-to-Own Temporary Bridges for Forestry Crossings Program

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Lease-to-own support for buying temporary bridges that protect streams during forestry operations.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyOtherAgricultureEnvironment & Water

The catch: Awards are by random draw among accepted applications; selected applicants must make lease-to-own payments and meet minimum bridge specifications.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · 2026 application submission period was July 1 - August 31, 2026 (closed); no next window posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Applicants must have a business address in North Carolina and be a forest harvesting operator, wood processing mill, timber buyer or another primary or secondary forest product operator.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Survey123 electronic application during the announced window; selected applicants then submit a supplier quote, executed lease-to-own agreement, lease-to-own payment and W-9 to the North Carolina Forestry Association.
Applicant types: Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Disbursement: Other
Geography: Statewide
Submit via: true

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N.C. Agriculture Innovations & Research (NCAIR) Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Supports agricultural research and innovation, including bioenergy feedstocks, new and emerging crops and agriculture technology.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: Award modifications (budget, scope, timeline, extensions) require formal requests on NCAIR forms.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual (2026 application documents posted; January 2026 awards of $1 million to NCSU and ECU projects); next round not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: See the NCAIR Information Guidelines 2026 and application cover page on the program page; recent awards went to university research projects.
How to apply: Direct application: download the NCAIR cover page, information guidelines, project profile, budget worksheet and timeline template from the program page and submit per the guidelines.
Applicant types: Higher Education, Nonprofit, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Allison Medlin; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 693-2483;

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Series I Farm Real Estate Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Farm real estate purchase loans for farmers who cannot qualify for conventional credit.

Up to 95% of appraised value; maximum set by Farm Service Agency

Confirm with agencyLoanAgriculture

The catch: Loan, not a grant: variable interest rate, 15-year maximum term, FSA guarantee required, application and closing fees apply.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Rolling loan program; no application window stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Farmers who have difficulty qualifying for conventional loans; NCAFA must be able to obtain an FSA guarantee on the loan.
How to apply: Direct application: contact an NCAFA Loan Program Officer at 919-664-1740 for an application.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: Up to 95% of appraised value; maximum set by Farm Service Agency
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Larry Green, Loan Program Officer; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-664-1740;

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Series II Beginning Farmer Loan Program (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Long-term financing to help new farmers buy farmland.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyLoanAgriculture

The catch: Loan, not a grant: variable interest rate, application fee and closing costs, and a cash down payment.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Rolling loan program; no application window stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Beginning farmers who qualify for FSA's Down Payment Loan Program; see the program page for loan purposes, limits and eligibility.
How to apply: Direct application: contact an NCAFA Loan Program Officer at 919-664-1740 and apply to the local FSA office for the Down Payment Loan Program.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Larry Green, Loan Program Officer; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-664-1740;

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Series III "Ag Start" Beginning Farmer Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Joint farm real estate lending with Farm Credit for beginning farmers.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyLoanAgriculture

The catch: Loan, not a grant; NCAFA's share is subordinated to the Farm Credit loan and carries an FSA guarantee.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Rolling loan program; no application window stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Beginning farmers; see the NCAFA program page for details.
How to apply: Direct application: contact an NCAFA Loan Program Officer at 919-664-1740.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Larry Green, Loan Program Officer; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-664-1740;

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Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Reimburses precommercial thinning of young pine stands to prevent southern pine beetle outbreaks.

$100/acre or actual cost, whichever is less; up to $10,000 per landowner

Confirm with agencyRebateAgricultureEnvironment & Water

The catch: Reimbursement after the work; approved plan required; capped at $10,000 per landowner; payments may be taxable (see tax leaflet on the page).

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing cost share; no application window stated.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonindustrial private forest landowners in North Carolina; the county ranger must approve a stand management plan written by NCFS staff or a consulting forester.
How to apply: Direct application: contact your county forest ranger for an application; submit with a W-9 and the approved stand plan.
Applicant types: Business, Individual
Award size: $100/acre or actual cost, whichever is less; up to $10,000 per landowner
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Statewide

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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Competitive grants that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops.

Up to $200,000

Confirm with agencyGrantAgriculture

The catch: Subject to USDA funding each year; no single-beneficiary projects; draft review offers no guarantee of funding.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual (2026 round: draft applications January 28, final applications due March 10, 2026 at 5 p.m.); the 2027 round is not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, commodity associations, state and local government agencies, colleges and universities. Individuals and businesses, including farms, are not eligible.
How to apply: Direct application: download guidelines and the application from the Specialty Crop Block Grant apply page; optional draft review before the deadline.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency, Higher Education
Award size: Up to $200,000
Funding source: Federal
Contact: name: Jenni Keith, Program Administrator; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-3158;

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Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Helps municipalities build sustainable urban forestry programs through tree inventories, plans, planting and training.

Varies by RFA

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & WaterParks & Recreation

The catch: Reimbursement of purchased goods and services after approved work; up to 15 percent of project cost may cover project management; SAM.gov registration required; work must fall inside the contract timeline.

Next deadline: Expected: January 2027 · Annual; Requests for Applications offered twice a year: open December 1 and close January 31; open July 1 and close August 31. Professional Staff Development Assistance is open year-round.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Municipalities and tribal governments; projects must be within municipal boundaries or tribal lands; applicants need a federal ID number and a SAM.gov Unique Entity ID. Ineligible: research, construction, equipment of $5,000 or more, shrub-dominated planting, application-writing time and work outside the contract period.
How to apply: Direct application: apply to an open Request for Applications through the program page; follow each RFA's instructions. The Professional Staff Development Assistance application is open year-round.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government, Higher Education, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies by RFA
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true

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Volunteer Fire Assistance Program (VFAP)

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

50/50 matching funds for wildland firefighting supplies.

Up to $5,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 50%Disaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Half the cost of the selected items must be matched; only authorized wildland firefighting supplies qualify.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual-style application period (2025-2026: closed December 5, 2025, awards mid-January 2026); the next round is not posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina fire departments serving a population of less than 10,000 people.
How to apply: Direct application: use the online application linked from the VFAP page when a period is open; questions to [email protected].
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $5,000
Match: 50%
Geography: Statewide
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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4. North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA)

11 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Community Partners Loan Pool (CPLP)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Down payment assistance second mortgages delivered through local government and nonprofit partners.

Up to 25% of sales price, not to exceed $50,000 per buyer (about $12.5 million budgeted for 2026)

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Buyer income, credit and counseling requirements; the loan is a deferred second mortgage repaid at sale or the end of the first mortgage term.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual allocation; 2026 funds available after January 1, 2026

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Buyers must be at or below 80% of area median income, have a credit score of at least 640, housing ratio of 28% to 32% and total debt-to-income of no more than 45%, and complete home buyer education plus two hours of in-person counseling. Organizations become partners through NCHFA's Partner With Us process.
How to apply: Pass-through: organizations apply to become a Community Partner through NCHFA's Partner With Us page; buyers then contact a CPLP member.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to 25% of sales price, not to exceed $50,000 per buyer (about $12.5 million budgeted for 2026)
Funding source: State

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Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool (ESFRLP)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Funds for moderate home rehabilitation for low- and moderate-income homeowners who are elderly or have special needs.

$273,000 set-aside per successful applicant, with possible additional funds

Confirm with agencyOtherHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Counties rotate on a three-year schedule, so an organization may only be eligible in its county's cycle; HOME funding must be available.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Three-year county rotation; NOFA expected to be posted January 2027 for cycle ESFRLP29; ESFR24 was the last cycle named by start year

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, local governments and regional councils of government in the counties served in the cycle.
How to apply: Direct application: apply when NCHFA posts the Notice of Funding Availability on its website; subscribe to the mailing list for reminders.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: $273,000 set-aside per successful applicant, with possible additional funds
Funding source: Federal

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Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (Housing Credits)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Federal housing tax credits allocated competitively to developers of affordable rental housing.

Credit of about 9% of qualified building or rehabilitation cost, taken for 10 years

Confirm with agencyTax creditHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Competition is intense (about one of four proposals receives credits). Owners must keep rents affordable for 15 to 30 years and operate in compliance with program rules; NCHFA monitors compliance.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual single competitive cycle. 2026 schedule: preliminary applications January 23, full applications May 15, awards August; no 2027 schedule posted

Applicant tip: Check the Timeline and Events page each autumn for the next preliminary-application date; the 2026 preliminary deadline fell in late January.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Developers submit one application per rental property. Selection criteria include site suitability, market demand, ability to serve the lowest-income and longest-term tenants, design and construction quality, financial structure, development-team experience, service to people with disabilities and homeless households, and fit with a community revitalization plan.
How to apply: Direct application: follow the Qualified Allocation Plan and the How Do I Apply for Funding page; preliminary and full applications are submitted to NCHFA on the posted timeline.
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Credit of about 9% of qualified building or rehabilitation cost, taken for 10 years
Funding source: Federal

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Rental Preservation Loan Program (RPLP)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Acquisition and rehabilitation financing to preserve existing affordable rentals.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Federal cross-cutting requirements apply (Appendix A); forgiveness is at NCHFA's sole discretion.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Periodic; the page shows 2024 dates (project description due February 9, 2024) and no newer round

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Properties currently in NCHFA's rental investment portfolio facing expiring affordability, debt-restructuring needs, or displacement pressures; awards depend on meeting the requirements of the available funding source.
How to apply: Direct application: review the RPLP Program Guidelines and submit the Project Description and Questionnaire (Appendix B), then the two-part full application if invited.
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal

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Rental Production Program Loans

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Long-term financing for rental developments serving households at or below 60% of area median income.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Not available on its own; you must also be approved for Housing Credits.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual competitive cycle tied to the Housing Credit round

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Rental developments serving families at or below 60% of area median income that are approved for federal Housing Credits.
How to apply: Direct application: request RPP financing on your Housing Credit application; no separate application.
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page

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Self-Help Loan Pool (SHLP)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Shared mortgage financing for homes built or rehabilitated by self-help housing groups.

Up to $50,000 per buyer ($35,000 in CDBG entitlement cities)

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Home must be sold below the county maximum sales price; membership responsibilities and loan servicing apply.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual allocation; 2026 funds available January 1, 2026

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Buyers must take part in a self-help program, be at or below 80% of area median income, and complete home buyer education and two hours of in-person counseling. A maximum of $35,000 applies within the 24 CDBG entitlement cities.
How to apply: Pass-through: groups become SHLP Members through NCHFA; buyers contact a current SHLP Member.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $50,000 per buyer ($35,000 in CDBG entitlement cities)
Funding source: State

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Supportive Housing Development Program - Veterans (SHDP-Veterans)

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Interest-free mortgage loans for housing serving veterans who are homeless or at imminent risk.

Up to $2,000,000 or 85% of project cost, whichever is less

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentVeterans & Military

The catch: Households served must stay below 50% of area median income; sites and projects require prior approval; consultant requirement for newer developers.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing program; sites and projects need NCHFA approval before a full application; no fixed deadline stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofits and units of local government with a certified financial audit under 12 months old and at least three years of supportive-housing experience for the population; most applicants without recent supportive-housing development must engage an NCHFA-approved Housing Development Consultant.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the SHDP-Veterans Project Description and Site Visit Request Form (Appendix A) to request a meeting and site visit; NCHFA must approve the site and project before a full two-part application.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $2,000,000 or 85% of project cost, whichever is less

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Supportive Housing Safe (SH-Safe) Program

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Interest-free loans for housing for victims and survivors of human trafficking.

Up to $2,000,000 or 85% of project cost, whichever is less

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Tenant income limits (under 50% AMI) and a consultant requirement for applicants without recent supportive-housing development.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing program; no fixed deadline stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status for three or more years, or local government entities, currently providing supportive housing or services for survivors, with three years of experience and a certified audit under 12 months old.
How to apply: Direct application: review the SH-Safe Program Guidelines and submit the Project Description and Site Visit Request Form (Appendix A) to NCHFA.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $2,000,000 or 85% of project cost, whichever is less
Funding source: State

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SystemVision Energy Guarantee Program

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Construction subsidies for high-efficiency affordable homes.

Up to $6,000 per home

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentEnergy

The catch: Homes must follow SystemVision energy-efficiency guidelines and be financed through CPLP or SHLP.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Tied to CPLP and SHLP home production; no separate cycle stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofits and local governments building homes financed through CPLP or SHLP to SystemVision standards.
How to apply: Direct application: contact NCHFA to participate alongside CPLP or SHLP production.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $6,000 per home
Contact: tel: 919-877-5655;

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Urgent Repair Program

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Funds for emergency home repairs for low-income homeowners with special needs.

Up to $330,000 (multi-county) or $165,000 (single county) per organization

Confirm with agencyOtherHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Homeowner assistance capped at $15,000 and limited to households at or below 50% of area median income.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Funding cycles; no dates posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Units must house a full-time household member with special needs (elderly, disabled, veteran, or a child six or younger with an elevated blood-lead level); household income at or below 50% of area median; service area population of 5,000 or more; and technical capacity to manage residential construction.
How to apply: Direct application: see Forms and Resources on the program page and subscribe to the mailing list for cycle announcements.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $330,000 (multi-county) or $165,000 (single county) per organization
Contact: name: Gloria Moore; tel: 919-981-2623;

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Workforce Housing Loan Program

North Carolina Housing Finance Agency

Deferred 0% loan layered onto a Housing Credit rental development.

Percentage of development cost, capped by county income designation

Confirm with agencyLoanHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Only available alongside a Housing Credit application; 30-year term.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual, as part of the Housing Credit competitive cycle

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Rental developers who apply for Housing Credits; no separate application.
How to apply: Direct application: request the loan within your Housing Credit application; there is no separate WHLP application.
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Percentage of development cost, capped by county income designation
Funding source: State

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5. North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI)

9 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Asset Inventory and Assessment Grants (AIA)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Grants for water and wastewater asset inventories and condition assessments.

Up to $225,000 over three years per applicant

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Limited to $225,000 over three years to the same applicant. Planning and assessment work only.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Awarded through the Division's regular funding rounds (a Fall 2026 AIA scoring guidance is posted; applications were due September 30, 2026)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units and nonprofit water corporations.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Division of Water Infrastructure funding application with the AIA priority rating system narrative through the DEQ eDocs portal during a funding round.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $225,000 over three years per applicant
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Matthew Rushing; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9060;
Statutory authority: Session Law 2015-241; G.S. Chapter 159G

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Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Low-interest loans for wastewater, stormwater and nonpoint-source projects.

Loans up to $35 million per project

ExpectedLoanNo matchEnvironment & Water

The catch: Loan, not a grant. Closing fee of 2% that cannot be financed; construction must start within 24 months of the Letter of Intent to Fund; the Local Government Commission must approve every loan; federal requirements apply.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Two funding cycles per year, typically March and September (Fall 2026 applications were due September 30, 2026)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units. Projects must be eligible wastewater, stormwater or nonpoint-source projects and are scored with the Division's priority rating system.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Division of Water Infrastructure funding application and priority rating form through the DEQ eDocs application portal during a funding round.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Loans up to $35 million per project
Funding source: Federal and State
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Trupti Desai PE; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9166; name: Antonio Evans PE; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9168;
Statutory authority: Clean Water Act (1987 amendments); Session Law 2014-100

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Community Development Block Grant - Infrastructure (CDBG-I)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Grants for public water and sewer infrastructure in low-to-moderate-income areas.

Up to $3 million over 3 years

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & WaterDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: A local government can submit several applications but is funded for only one project per round. The three-year award period starts at the State Water Infrastructure Authority award date. Both a digital submission and a mailed hardcopy are required, and missing documentation forfeits points.

Next deadline: Expected: September 2027 · Typically one funding cycle per year, in September; extra intake is announced on the Division website if needed (Fall 2026 applications were due September 30, 2026)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Non-entitlement units of general local government (excluding water/sewer districts and other single-purpose units) proposing drinking water or wastewater projects in areas that meet the HUD low-to-moderate-income threshold.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the DWI application online through the Division submission portal and mail a hardcopy original of the CDBG-I package, with the Priority Rating System scorecard and required tabs.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $3 million over 3 years
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true

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Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Low-interest loans for drinking water source, treatment, storage and distribution projects.

Loans up to $25 million per project

ExpectedLoanNo matchEnvironment & Water

The catch: Loan, not a grant. 2% closing fee that cannot be financed; construction must start within 24 months of the Letter of Intent to Fund; Local Government Commission approval is required; federal environmental review, Davis-Bacon and disadvantaged-business rules apply.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Two funding cycles per year, typically March and September (Fall 2026 applications were due September 30, 2026)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units, non-profit water corporations and investor-owned drinking water corporations with eligible drinking water projects.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Division of Water Infrastructure funding application and priority rating form through the DEQ eDocs application portal during a funding round.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business
Award size: Loans up to $25 million per project
Funding source: Federal and State
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Renee Parkman PE; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9047; name: David Giachini PE; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9191;
Statutory authority: Safe Drinking Water Act; 15A NCAC 01N

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Emerging Contaminants / PFAS Funding

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Planning and construction funding to address PFAS in drinking water, wastewater and landfill leachate.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrant or loanEnvironment & WaterHealth & Human Services

The catch: Applications are scored by the priority rating system; federal SRF requirements apply.

Next deadline: Rolling · Study projects: rolling, 2026 due dates January 9, March 2, June 1, August 3 and November 2; construction projects: regular spring and fall funding rounds

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Any local government unit or non-profit water or wastewater corporation providing service, and investor-owned drinking water utilities, with PFAS-related planning or construction projects.
How to apply: Direct application: study projects use the DWI Rolling Application; construction projects apply in the regular spring and fall funding rounds. Submit through the DEQ eDocs portal.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true

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Lead Service Line Replacement Funding (DWSRF-LSLR)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Funding to replace lead service lines and lead connectors.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrant or loanEnvironment & WaterHealth & Human Services

The catch: Principal forgiveness is subject to eligibility and availability; remaining funding is a low-interest loan. Federal DWSRF requirements apply and indoor plumbing is excluded.

Next deadline: Rolling · Rolling application, year-round; 2026 approximate due dates January 9, March 2, June 1, August 3 and November 2, each feeding the next Authority award meeting

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments, non-profit water companies and investor-owned water utilities replacing lead service lines or connectors.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the DWI Rolling Application form and submit it online through the DEQ eDocs rolling application portal.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true

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Merger/Regionalization Feasibility Grants (MRF)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Grants for studies of merging water or wastewater systems or interconnecting regionally.

Up to $75,000 per year per applicant

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Limited to $75,000 per year to the same applicant from the Wastewater or Drinking Water Reserve. Studies only; no construction.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Awarded through the Division's regular funding rounds (a Fall 2026 MRF scoring guidance is posted; applications were due September 30, 2026)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units and nonprofit water corporations proposing a merger or regionalization feasibility study.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Division of Water Infrastructure funding application with the MRF priority rating system narrative through the DEQ eDocs portal during a funding round.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $75,000 per year per applicant
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Matthew Rushing; email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9060;
Statutory authority: Session Law 2015-241; G.S. Chapter 159G

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State Wastewater and Drinking Water Reserve Programs

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

State grants and targeted-interest loans for planning, design and construction of critical water and wastewater projects.

Up to $3 million in grants and $3 million in targeted-interest loans per system over three consecutive fiscal years

Confirm with agencyGrant or loanEnvironment & WaterDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Grants are capped by the affordability calculator and by $3 million per system over three consecutive fiscal years, with the same cap for targeted-interest loans. Funds are available only if other funding is not reasonably available.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Awarded through the Division's regular funding rounds; Fall 2026 applications were due September 30, 2026; no later round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units with eligible wastewater or drinking water projects that cannot reasonably obtain other funding and meet the affordability criteria.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Division of Water Infrastructure funding application and priority rating form through the DEQ eDocs portal during a funding round.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $3 million in grants and $3 million in targeted-interest loans per system over three consecutive fiscal years
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Trupti Desai PE (wastewater); email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 707-9166; name: Kavitha Ambikadevi PE (drinking water); tel: (919) 707-9048; name: David Giachini PE (drinking water); tel: (919) 707-9191;
Statutory authority: G.S. Chapter 159G

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Viable Utility Reserve (Viable Utilities Program)

North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure

Grants to move distressed water and wastewater utilities toward long-term viability.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEnvironment & WaterDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Designated units must complete an asset assessment and rate study, participate in training and develop an action plan.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No standing application round posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local government units with water or wastewater systems that the Authority and Local Government Commission designate as distressed under the identification criteria.
How to apply: Direct application: designated units work with the Division of Water Infrastructure; see the Viable Utilities page and the I Need Funding page for the application path.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Other
Statutory authority: Session Law 2020-79

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6. North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM)

8 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program

North Carolina Emergency Management

Detecting, tracking and (where authorized) mitigating drone threats near critical infrastructure and major events.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantNo matchDisaster Prevention & ReliefLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Reimbursement subaward; projects needing longer than the period of performance are not considered, and FEMA scoring favors quick implementation. Personnel using C-UAS capabilities must meet training and certification standards.

Next deadline: Nov 25, 2026 · FY27 application period October 30 to November 25, 2026; subaward period of performance December 10, 2026 to October 31, 2029.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Detection projects: state, local, tribal and territorial government entities including city and county agencies, law enforcement, fire, EMS and emergency management. Mitigation projects: City of Charlotte, State Bureau of Investigation and State Highway Patrol only.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the FY27 C-UAS Investment Justification and application through the NCEM Preparedness Grants Portal (Salesforce) between October 30 and November 25, 2026.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)

North Carolina Emergency Management

Sustaining local all-hazards emergency management programs.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 50%Disaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Counties must complete the seven baseline deliverables or receive no funding; the 50% match is a condition of award; expenditures must be paid by the county period of performance end and closeout documents filed (FY25: December 31, 2026 and February 28, 2027).

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY25 county window ran October 1 to December 31, 2024 (closed); no later round posted on the page.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Each of the 100 counties and federally recognized tribes; no private, nonprofit or other governmental organizations.
How to apply: Direct application: counties apply in the NCEM Preparedness Grants Portal (Salesforce).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Match: 50%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919-710-8885;

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Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grants

North Carolina Emergency Management

Hazardous materials emergency planning, training and exercises.

Minimum $5,000; no cap up to the $949,337 estimated allocation

Confirm with agencyGrantDisaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Reimbursement; all goods and services must be received and paid within the period of performance, and funds cannot pay for HAZMAT operations. Late, incomplete or multi-project applications are rejected.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY26 window ran December 1, 2025 to January 16, 2026 (closed); no later round posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: NC LEPCs and eligible local jurisdictions and state agencies; minimum budget $5,000; one application with one project.
How to apply: Direct application: LEPCs apply through the NCEM Salesforce grants management portal.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Minimum $5,000; no cap up to the $949,337 estimated allocation
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)

North Carolina Emergency Management

Preventing, preparing for and responding to terrorism and other catastrophic events.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantNo matchDisaster Prevention & ReliefLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Projects must be approved through the Domestic Preparedness Region; reimbursement subaward subject to FEMA national priority spending rules and foreign national vetting.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY25 and FY26 rounds are closed; the next possible round is FY27, if DHS/FEMA provides funding in 2027.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Eligible local government entities and tribal governments with projects approved through their Domestic Preparedness Region.
How to apply: Pass-through: contact your Domestic Preparedness Region or county emergency management office; applications go through the region and NCEM when a round opens.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919-710-8885;

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NC Tier II Grants

North Carolina Emergency Management

Funding for LEPC hazardous materials planning, training and exercises.

$5,000 minimum; up to $10,000 per county

Confirm with agencyGrantDisaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Not for salaries or benefits, drones, gifts, operational response equipment or promotional items; training equipment needs NCEM pre-approval with a FEMA AEL code. Late, incomplete or multi-project applications are rejected.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY26 window ran December 1, 2025 to January 16, 2026 (closed); no later round posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: All active LEPCs; minimum budget $5,000; one application with one project.
How to apply: Direct application: LEPCs apply through the NCEM Salesforce grants management portal.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: $5,000 minimum; up to $10,000 per county
Funding source: Other
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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Next Generation Warning System Grant Program (NGWSGP)

North Carolina Emergency Management

Helping counties and tribes become Public Alert Authorities with modern warning systems.

No per-award cap; FY25 pass-through pool $4,633,172

Confirm with agencyGrantNo matchDisaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: Late or incomplete applications are rejected, and an applicant that submits more than one application has all of them rejected. Subrecipients of FY25 and later awards must complete foreign national vetting certification.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY25 window ran March 1 to April 30, 2026 (closed); no later round posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Counties and federally recognized tribes in North Carolina; one application with one project per applicant.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the NCEM Preparedness Grants Portal (Salesforce).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government
Award size: No per-award cap; FY25 pass-through pool $4,633,172
Funding source: Federal
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919-710-8885;

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Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP)

North Carolina Emergency Management

Physical security upgrades for nonprofits at high risk of terrorist or extremist attack.

Up to $200,000 per site; up to $600,000 across three sites

Confirm with agencyGrantDisaster Prevention & ReliefLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Reimbursement-based federal subaward. Late or incomplete applications are not accepted; wrong-year forms, wrong PDF file names, and $0 or mismatched budgets are automatically denied; a DHS intelligence security review follows scoring; FEMA cannot fund the same project twice.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual federal NOFO. The FY26 window ran July 2 to July 24, 2026 (extended one week); no FY27 window is posted.

Applicant tip: Submit a different project for FY26 than the one you submitted for FY25, since a double award for the same project is not allowed.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in North Carolina that demonstrates a high risk of terrorist or extremist threat; each site needs a vulnerability assessment, mission statement and investment justification, and a UEI with SAM.gov registration to receive an award.
How to apply: Direct application: register the organization in the NCEM Preparedness Grants Portal (Salesforce) and submit the Investment Justification, vulnerability assessment and supporting documents there during the application window.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $200,000 per site; up to $600,000 across three sites
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Geography: Statewide; NSGP-UA applies to the eight Charlotte-area UASI counties
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919-710-8885;

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State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)

North Carolina Emergency Management

Cybersecurity projects for local governments, with a share reserved for rural entities.

No per-award cap; FY25 federal award about $2,638,773

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 40%Disaster Prevention & ReliefScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: Applicants that cannot cover the 40% match are told not to apply. Late or incomplete applications are rejected and duplicate applications void all submissions.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · FY25 window ran November 1 to 30, 2025 (closed); no later round posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local NC government entities, including community colleges, able to cover the 40 percent match.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the NCEM Preparedness Grants Portal (Salesforce).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Higher Education
Award size: No per-award cap; FY25 federal award about $2,638,773
Funding source: Federal
Match: 40%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919-710-8885;

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7. North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)

7 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Community Health Grants

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Pays safety net clinics for primary and preventive care for uninsured and medically indigent patients.

Up to $150,000 per year

Confirm with agencyGrantHealth & Human Services

The catch: Awardees must complete the state contract process, attend a grant award workshop, submit monthly expense reports for reimbursement and performance measures, use electronic financial software (not Excel) and document collaboration with social support organizations.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · RFA posted each state fiscal year (SFY2028 round: notice October 1, 2026, applications due October 30, 2026, project period July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2028); no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Primary care safety net organizations that currently provide direct primary and preventive care and act as a medical home. One application per organization; indirect costs are not eligible and funds may not duplicate or supplant other funding.
How to apply: Direct application: respond to the Office of Rural Health's annual Community Health Grant RFA posted on the NCDHHS Rural Health Grant Opportunities page; organizations seeking year 2 or 3 funding follow a separate continuation application.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $150,000 per year
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina

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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Jails Grants

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Helps sheriffs establish, expand or maintain medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder in jails.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantHealth & Human ServicesLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Recipients must have written agency policies (personnel, financial accounting) and administer grant funds under a state grant agreement; first-time grantees face added capacity review.

Next deadline: Nov 13, 2026 · Posted as RFA-DMH27-003 for SFY2027, due November 13, 2026; earlier jail MAT grants were awarded through the Department of Public Safety; no annual pattern stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina Sheriff's Offices with community readiness to support a MAT program and written general agency policies, including personnel and financial accounting, in place.
How to apply: Direct application: submit a response to RFA-DMH27-003 with the budget worksheet, both posted on the Division's grant opportunities page.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina
Statutory authority: S.L. 2026-41, Section 9G.3

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NC Loan Repayment Program (NC LRP) and High Needs Service Bonus

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Repays educational loans of primary care providers who work in rural and underserved communities.

Up to $100,000 for physicians and dentists; up to $60,000 for nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, physician assistants and dental hygienists

Confirm with agencyOtherHealth & Human ServicesEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Up to a 4-year service commitment at an eligible site; loan repayment is non-taxable while the High Needs Service Bonus is taxable.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Application link is posted on the program page with no application window stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Qualifying primary care providers serving at eligible facilities in rural and underserved areas; see the NC LRP guidelines for required documentation.
How to apply: Direct application: review the NC LRP guidelines, then apply through the electronic application link on the ORH incentives page; only electronic applications are accepted.
Applicant types: Individual
Award size: Up to $100,000 for physicians and dentists; up to $60,000 for nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, physician assistants and dental hygienists
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina rural and underserved areas
Submit via: true

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North Carolina Nurse Initiative (NCNI)

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Repays student loans of nurses who provide primary care in high-need outpatient settings.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyOtherHealth & Human ServicesEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Repayment is in exchange for a primary care service commitment at an eligible site.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Application link is posted on the program page with no application window stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nurses practicing at HPSA-area outpatient sites or at independent private practices wholly owned by physicians, in Tier 1 or 2 counties, with at least one provider enrolled in NC Medicaid.
How to apply: Direct application: read the NCNI guidelines, then use the application link for your region listed in the guidelines.
Applicant types: Individual
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina

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North Carolina Primary Care Physicians Initiative (NC PCPI)

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Repays student loans of physicians in independent private practices in distressed rural counties.

Up to $100,000 (non-taxable) toward qualifying educational loans

Confirm with agencyOtherHealth & Human ServicesEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Up to a 4-year service commitment at an eligible independent practice.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Application link is posted on the program page with no application window stated

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Physicians in independent practices wholly owned and operated by physicians, with at least one provider enrolled in NC Medicaid, in Tier 1 or 2 counties.
How to apply: Direct application: read the NC PCPI guidelines (application on pages 2 and 3), then use the application link for your region.
Applicant types: Individual
Award size: Up to $100,000 (non-taxable) toward qualifying educational loans
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties

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State Designated Rural Health Centers Support Grant

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Operating and infrastructure support for rural primary care centers serving uninsured and underinsured residents.

Up to $250,500 (capacity-building Level 1 sites up to $100,000)

Confirm with agencyGrantHealth & Human Services

The catch: Reimbursement-based; awardees attend a grant award workshop, take part in a site visit or desk review within three months, complete a quality improvement plan with an NC AHEC practice coach and unspent year 1 funds do not carry forward.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual RFA by state fiscal year (SFY2027 round closed February 27, 2026); one-year award with an option to renew one additional year; no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Rural location, a Health Professional Shortage Area determination, demonstrated unmet need, a Tier 1 or Tier 2 county distress ranking, care for all patients regardless of ability to pay, a plan to enroll in Medicare and Medicaid and at least 10% Medicaid patient volume.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Request for Applications electronically through the Zengine web portal linked from the NCDHHS grant page; applicants create a profile in the portal.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $250,500 (capacity-building Level 1 sites up to $100,000)
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Kim McNeil; email: [email protected];

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Telehealth Infrastructure Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Pays for telehealth equipment, broadband and training at rural primary care and OB-GYN practices.

Up to $250,000 per recipient

OpenGrantHealth & Human ServicesScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: Twelve-month grant term; minimum telehealth connection of 50-100 Mbps with network redundancy, a dedicated compliance network and data security measures; awards are competitive and contingent on funding.

Next deadline: Jan 15, 2027 · Funded in waves; Wave 6 applications open December 9, 2026 and are due January 15, 2027; the page states this funding is not recurring

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Health care providers located in a rural area (ORH's county list or the NC Rural Center definition) that can protect patient safety, privacy and continuity of care; one application per organization.
How to apply: Direct application: respond to the Wave 6 Request for Applications posted on the NCDHHS Rural Health Grant Opportunities page.
Applicant types: Business, Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $250,000 per recipient
Funding source: State
Geography: North Carolina rural areas
Statutory authority: S.L. 2023-134

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8. North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)

7 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Coordinated Public Transportation Projects (ConCPT)

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Coordination and consolidation projects for public transportation.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantTransportation

The catch: Program guidance is under review; see packet for match and reporting terms.

Next deadline: Dec 18, 2026 · Annual with the UGA call; FY2028 packet due December 18, 2026

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: See the FY2028 ConCPT Application Packet on the UGA page; contact your Regional Grant Specialist.
How to apply: Direct application: download the FY2028 ConCPT Application Packet from the Unified Grant Application page.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page

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Governor's Highway Safety Program Grants

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Grants to reduce traffic crashes, from enforcement to safety education.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantTransportationLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Reporting through the GHSP system and STEP reporting is required for funded agencies; applications must include county-level crash data for enforcement and equipment grants.

Next deadline: Expected: January 2027 · Annual; grants run on the federal fiscal year (October 1 to September 30) and applications are accepted January 1-31, with rare exceptions

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Law enforcement agencies, local governments, community organizations, schools and nonprofits proposing projects in the listed safety areas. Funding is not allowed for some items, such as speed display signs, per the GHSP grant information page.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the GHSP Grants Management System during the January application window; see Applying for GHSP Grants.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, School District
Award size: Varies — check official page

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IMD Multimodal Planning Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Matching grants for bicycle, pedestrian and multimodal plans.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantTransportationParks & Recreation

The catch: The program is described as a matching grant program; see the Program Overview for the match terms.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the 2026 call is closed and no 2027 dates are posted on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Municipalities, and for the pilot, NC colleges and universities; applications go through the NCDOT EBS Portal.
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID, request EBS access, then use the Multimodal Applications tile in the NCDOT EBS Portal when a call opens.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Higher Education
Award size: Varies — check official page
Contact: name: Bryan Lopez, Program Manager; email: [email protected];

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Rail Industrial Access Program (RIAP)

North Carolina Department of Transportation

State grants for rail spurs serving new or expanding industry.

Up to 50% of project cost; the Commerce page states a $200,000 limit while the RIAP User Guide states $500,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 50%TransportationHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Reimbursement program; repayment may be required if tracks are abandoned or sold within five years or rail use or job goals fall short.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No cycle stated; applications are submitted through NCDOT's grant system under a "RIAP 20XX" program ID

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Local governments, community development agencies, railroads and companies. Projects must commit at least 25 rail carloads annually.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the RIAP application and budget estimate with railroad service and industry commitment certifications.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Business, Nonprofit
Award size: Up to 50% of project cost; the Commerce page states a $200,000 limit while the RIAP User Guide states $500,000
Funding source: State
Match: 50%

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Safe Routes to School Planning and Programming Grants

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Cost-reimbursement grants for K-12 walking, biking and rolling planning and programs.

$25,000 to $400,000

OpenGrantMatch 20%TransportationEducation

The catch: Reimbursement only: spend first and request quarterly reimbursement; costs before NCDOT's written Notice to Proceed are ineligible.

Next deadline: Nov 6, 2026 · Current round accepted applications October 5 to November 6, 2026; later rounds not posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: See applicant types; the lead applicant must be able to enter a reimbursement agreement with NCDOT and funded activities must benefit K-12 students directly or indirectly.
How to apply: Direct application: online application on the NCDOT Safe Routes to School Planning and Programming Grants webpage by 11:59 p.m. November 6, 2026; the portal does not save drafts, so prepare answers in the Word version.
Applicant types: Public Agency, School District, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: $25,000 to $400,000
Funding source: Federal
Match: 20%

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State Airport Grant Programs (Aviation State Aid)

North Carolina Department of Transportation

State and FAA State Block Grant funds for public-use airport projects.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantTransportation

The catch: Reimbursement claims and budget revisions follow Division checklists (AV-102, AV-103); DBE/MBE/WBE requirements apply.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · See the NCDOT Aviation Master Calendar linked on the program page

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Sponsors of public-use airports in North Carolina.
How to apply: Direct application: sponsors submit a Request for Aid using the AV-101 Sponsor Request for Aid checklist.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page

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Unified Grant Application (State-Administered Transit Funds)

North Carolina Department of Transportation

Annual application for Section 5310, 5311 and 5339 and state transit programs.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantTransportation

The catch: Section 5310 operating is a 50/50 cost-share reimbursement with compliance reviews; grant agreements run one year.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; FY28 call opened April 1, 2026, pre-applications due June 5, EBS applications due October 2, 2026, agreements effective July 1, 2027; no FY29 call posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Eligible transit systems; Section 5311 funding goes to a single designated subrecipient per service area.
How to apply: Direct application: pre-application and then the FY28 UGA in NCDOT's EBS system; contact your Regional Grant Specialist.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal and State

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9. Governor's Crime Commission (GCC)

5 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Children's Justice Act (CJA) Grants

Governor's Crime Commission

Children's Justice Act funding presented by GCC's Juvenile Justice team.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantLaw, Justice, and Legal ServicesHealth & Human Services

The catch: Reimbursement basis: you must front at least 60 days of costs, submit monthly cost reports with documentation, and accept desk reviews and site visits. Most GCC sources require a match that supplements funds otherwise available. Non-profit start-up projects may face funding limits, cash match or a government pass-through requirement.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; priorities and awards are set each year by the commission. No 2027 deadline found on the pages fetched.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Agencies must be a unit of government or a non-profit corporation, registered in SAM, with an NCID and approved access to the EBS grants management platform, and with enough operating funds to cover at least 60 days (GCC reimburses).
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID and SAM, request access to the EBS grants management platform, then apply under the annual Request for Applications posted on the GCC PowerDMS site (linked from the Grant Information page).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Grant Planning and Administration; tel: 919-733-4564;

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Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)

Governor's Crime Commission

Criminal justice improvement projects funded through GCC's annual Byrne JAG process.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; priorities and awards are set each year by the commission. No 2027 deadline found on the pages fetched.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Agencies must be a unit of government or a non-profit corporation, registered in SAM, with an NCID and approved access to the EBS grants management platform, and with enough operating funds to cover at least 60 days (GCC reimburses).
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID and SAM, request access to the EBS grants management platform, then apply under the annual Request for Applications posted on the GCC PowerDMS site (linked from the Grant Information page).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Keyon Ashe, JAG senior planner; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-733-4564;

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Edward Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP)

Governor's Crime Commission

Crisis intervention funding offered through GCC's Criminal Justice Improvement team.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; priorities and awards are set each year by the commission. No 2027 deadline found on the pages fetched.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Agencies must be a unit of government or a non-profit corporation, registered in SAM, with an NCID and approved access to the EBS grants management platform, and with enough operating funds to cover at least 60 days (GCC reimburses).
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID and SAM, request access to the EBS grants management platform, then apply under the annual Request for Applications posted on the GCC PowerDMS site (linked from the Grant Information page).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Jordan Mayer, SCIP CVI senior planner; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-733-4564;

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Juvenile Justice / Title II Grants

Governor's Crime Commission

Juvenile justice funding administered by GCC's Juvenile Justice team.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantLaw, Justice, and Legal ServicesDisadvantaged Communities

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; priorities and awards are set each year by the commission. No 2027 deadline found on the pages fetched.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Agencies must be a unit of government or a non-profit corporation, registered in SAM, with an NCID and approved access to the EBS grants management platform, and with enough operating funds to cover at least 60 days (GCC reimburses).
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID and SAM, request access to the EBS grants management platform, then apply under the annual Request for Applications posted on the GCC PowerDMS site (linked from the Grant Information page).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Grant Planning and Administration; tel: 919-733-4564;

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Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) Program

Governor's Crime Commission

Residential substance abuse treatment funding through GCC's Criminal Justice Improvement team.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantLaw, Justice, and Legal ServicesHealth & Human Services

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; priorities and awards are set each year by the commission. No 2027 deadline found on the pages fetched.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Agencies must be a unit of government or a non-profit corporation, registered in SAM, with an NCID and approved access to the EBS grants management platform, and with enough operating funds to cover at least 60 days (GCC reimburses).
How to apply: Direct application: register for an NCID and SAM, request access to the EBS grants management platform, then apply under the annual Request for Applications posted on the GCC PowerDMS site (linked from the Grant Information page).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Tribal Government
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Grant Planning and Administration; tel: 919-733-4564;

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10. North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF)

5 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Donation Mini-Grants

North Carolina Land and Water Fund

Covers transaction, management and stewardship costs of donated conservation land or easements.

Up to $50,000

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: All project acres must be restricted by a permanent conservation agreement; costs are limited to transaction, property management and stewardship of the donation.

Next deadline: Expected: January 2027 · Three deadlines a year: January 15, April 15 and August 15

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A state agency, a local government, or a nonprofit corporation whose primary purpose is the conservation, preservation and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the program's online webform (linked from the Apply page; a save-and-return login is created for each program and year) by 11:59 pm on the deadline, after discussing the concept with your NCLWF Field Representative.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $50,000
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Damon Hearne, NCLWF Field Representative (Western Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (828) 476-6758; name: Hannah Bowen, NCLWF Field Representative (Central Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (336) 689-5519; name: Isaac Merson, NCLWF Field Representative (Eastern Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (984) 297-4171;

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Innovative Stormwater Grants

North Carolina Land and Water Fund

Funds pilot stormwater treatment methods that can be transferred to other North Carolina sites.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Projects must be new or untried approaches with results that can be transferred elsewhere; scored with the NCLWF Application Rating System; final selection by the Board of Trustees.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; the cycle opens January 15, applications are due March 1 at 11:59 pm, and the Board of Trustees makes awards in the fall (anticipated October 1)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A state agency, a local government, or a nonprofit corporation whose primary purpose is the conservation, preservation and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the program's online webform (linked from the Apply page; a save-and-return login is created for each program and year) by 11:59 pm on the deadline, after discussing the concept with your NCLWF Field Representative.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Damon Hearne, NCLWF Field Representative (Western Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (828) 476-6758; name: Hannah Bowen, NCLWF Field Representative (Central Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (336) 689-5519; name: Isaac Merson, NCLWF Field Representative (Eastern Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (984) 297-4171;

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Land Acquisition Grants

North Carolina Land and Water Fund

Funds voluntary acquisition of land or permanent conservation agreements that protect water, habitat, military buffers and historic sites.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Acquired land must be protected by a permanent conservation easement or other permanent conservation agreement; projects are scored with the NCLWF Application Rating System and the Board of Trustees makes the final selection; landowner status and match security are updated each July.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; the cycle opens January 15, applications are due March 1 at 11:59 pm, and the Board of Trustees makes awards in the fall (anticipated October 1)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A state agency, a local government, or a nonprofit corporation whose primary purpose is the conservation, preservation and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the program's online webform (linked from the Apply page; a save-and-return login is created for each program and year) by 11:59 pm on the deadline, after discussing the concept with your NCLWF Field Representative.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Damon Hearne, NCLWF Field Representative (Western Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (828) 476-6758; name: Hannah Bowen, NCLWF Field Representative (Central Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (336) 689-5519; name: Isaac Merson, NCLWF Field Representative (Eastern Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (984) 297-4171;

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Planning Grants

North Carolina Land and Water Fund

Funds plans that develop future water-quality, land-protection and stormwater projects.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: The application must define the purpose and goals of any implementation work that would follow; scored with the NCLWF Application Rating System and selected by the Board of Trustees.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; the cycle opens January 15, applications are due March 1 at 11:59 pm, and the Board of Trustees makes awards in the fall (anticipated October 1)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A state agency, a local government, or a nonprofit corporation whose primary purpose is the conservation, preservation and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the program's online webform (linked from the Apply page; a save-and-return login is created for each program and year) by 11:59 pm on the deadline, after discussing the concept with your NCLWF Field Representative.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Damon Hearne, NCLWF Field Representative (Western Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (828) 476-6758; name: Hannah Bowen, NCLWF Field Representative (Central Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (336) 689-5519; name: Isaac Merson, NCLWF Field Representative (Eastern Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (984) 297-4171;

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Restoration Grants

North Carolina Land and Water Fund

Funds restoration of degraded streams, wetlands and shorelines to improve water quality and habitat.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantEnvironment & Water

The catch: Restoration projects must be protected by a conservation easement; applications are scored with the NCLWF Application Rating System and final selections are made by the Board of Trustees.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; the cycle opens January 15, applications are due March 1 at 11:59 pm, and the Board of Trustees makes awards in the fall (anticipated October 1)

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A state agency, a local government, or a nonprofit corporation whose primary purpose is the conservation, preservation and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the program's online webform (linked from the Apply page; a save-and-return login is created for each program and year) by 11:59 pm on the deadline, after discussing the concept with your NCLWF Field Representative.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Damon Hearne, NCLWF Field Representative (Western Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (828) 476-6758; name: Hannah Bowen, NCLWF Field Representative (Central Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (336) 689-5519; name: Isaac Merson, NCLWF Field Representative (Eastern Region); email: [email protected]; tel: (984) 297-4171;

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11. North Carolina Department of Administration (DOA)

4 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault State Grants (Division for Women & Youth)

North Carolina Department of Administration

Funds domestic violence and sexual assault centers through state center funds.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHealth & Human ServicesLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Monthly expenditure reporting and semi-annual statistics reporting through EBS; reimbursement requests filed in EBS.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Biennial; 2025-2027 year-two applications opened March 27, 2026 and were due May 8, 2026; new applicants funded in this cycle receive a one-year award only. No next window posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Qualifying NC agencies providing domestic violence or sexual assault services; new applicants seeking eligibility and current grantees seeking year-two eligibility use the same application.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the EBS grants management system (an NCID is required) during the open application period.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected];

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Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) Grants

North Carolina Department of Administration

Passes federal FVPSA funds to agencies providing family violence prevention and services.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHealth & Human ServicesLaw, Justice, and Legal Services

The catch: Monthly expenditure reporting and semi-annual statistics reporting.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · No application window posted on the page.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Qualifying NC agencies providing family violence prevention and services; questions go to the FVPSA State Administrator.
How to apply: Pass-through: the Division awards FVPSA funds to qualifying agencies; applications and agreements run through the EBS grants management system (NCID required). Contact the FVPSA State Administrator for the current process.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Contact: email: [email protected];

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License to Give Trust Fund Fast Track Grants

North Carolina Department of Administration

Small, short-duration grants for nonprofit organ donation and advance care planning education.

Up to $10,000

ExpectedGrantHealth & Human ServicesEducation

The catch: Written report due 30 days after the project ends; incomplete applications are returned.

Next deadline: Expected: December 2026 · Quarterly decision cycles; applications due December 31, March 31, June 30 and September 30.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Eligible North Carolina nonprofits with projects under 12 months that serve the Trust Fund purposes (organ and tissue donation, advance care planning education). Proof of nonprofit status and latest Form 990 required.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Fast Track package (cover page, project details up to five pages, letters of collaboration, proof of nonprofit status, latest 990, performance evaluation worksheet) to the Raleigh office before a quarterly due date.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: Up to $10,000
Funding source: State
Contact: email: [email protected]; tel: 919-715-3837;
Statutory authority: G.S. 20-7.6

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License to Give Trust Fund Grants-in-Aid

North Carolina Department of Administration

Funds nonprofit education and awareness on organ and tissue donation and advance care planning.

About $300,000 total available per year; per-award size not stated

ExpectedGrantHealth & Human ServicesEducation

The catch: Strict adherence to the posted requirements; funds released only after the agreement is signed and returned; grant performance evaluation worksheet required.

Next deadline: Expected: December 2026 · Annual; one cycle per calendar year: LOI due Dec. 15, full application due about April 1, awards notified by June 1, funds released June 30.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina-based nonprofit organizations meeting the grant criteria and all provisions of G.S. 143-6.2.
How to apply: Direct application: submit a Letter of Intent, then a Full Application if invited; forms are listed on the Grants-in-Aid page and applications are mailed to the Commission in Raleigh.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: About $300,000 total available per year; per-award size not stated
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Dr. Vanda Wilson-Wormack, Program Director; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-715-3837;
Statutory authority: G.S. 20-7.6

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12. North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR)

4 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Certified Local Government Historic Preservation Fund Grants

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Matching grants for surveys, National Register nominations, preservation plans and restoration in Certified Local Governments.

Generally $1,000 to $20,000; about $120,000 to $130,000 estimated statewide

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 40%Housing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Reimbursement basis; competitive selection; a pre-application conversation with HPO staff is required; projects must be completed by the date set in the round (February 26, 2028 for the last round).

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the page says applications are normally available in January each year; the FY2025 federal round closed April 30, 2026 with awards expected June 2026; no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Certified Local Governments (counties and municipalities with approved preservation programs) and local historic preservation commissions; nonprofits and educational institutions in a CLG's jurisdiction may apply through the commission. Privately owned buildings are not eligible, and non-CLG projects are not funded through this program.
How to apply: Direct application: contact HPO staff to discuss scope and budget first, then submit the application form electronically before the deadline; nonprofits and schools submit to their CLG first (the 2026 round asked for this by the end of February).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Higher Education
Award size: Generally $1,000 to $20,000; about $120,000 to $130,000 estimated statewide
Funding source: Federal
Match: 40%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Michele Patterson-McCabe; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-6582;

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Federal and State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits for Income-Producing Properties

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Federal and state income tax credits for certified rehabilitations of income-producing historic buildings.

20% federal credit plus 15-25% state credit on qualified rehabilitation expenses

Confirm with agencyTax creditHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Work must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards; final authority on the federal credit rests with the National Park Service; substantial-rehabilitation spending test applies.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing application tied to each rehabilitation project; no application window is posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places individually or as contributing resources in a National Register district, or contributing buildings in the certified local historic districts of Raleigh, Goldsboro or Madison. Rehabilitation expenses must exceed the greater of the building's adjusted basis or $5,000 within 24 months (60 months for phased projects) and meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards.
How to apply: Direct application: confirm eligibility with your HPO Restoration Specialist, then submit the tax credit application to the State Historic Preservation Office; the federal part is jointly reviewed with the National Park Service.
Applicant types: Business, Other Legal Entity
Award size: 20% federal credit plus 15-25% state credit on qualified rehabilitation expenses
Funding source: Federal and State

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NC Science Museums Grant Program

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Operating support for eligible science and STEM museums across North Carolina.

Up to $75,000 (Tier One counties), $60,000 (Tier Two), $50,000 (Tier Three)

Confirm with agencyGrantNo matchScience, Technology, and Research & DevelopmentEducation

The catch: Applicants must submit a detailed use-of-funds plan and measures showing results; funds may not be used for deficit reduction, capital expenditures, contingency, fundraising events, lobbying or similar excluded costs; a SAM.gov UEI is needed.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Two-year cycle that follows the state biennial budget; the last application window ran May 1-31, 2025; funds are distributed each year after budget certification

Applicant tip: Applications open only once per biennium (a one-month window), so register on the grant site and review the posted application preview well before the window opens.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: The museum must be a science center, science museum or children's museum physically located in North Carolina, open and exhibiting science or STEM objects to the public at least 120 days a year for two or more years, a municipal or 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, have at least one full-time professional staff member, and have a governing-body mission statement concentrating on science or STEM education.
How to apply: Direct application: register and submit the single-step application form through the program's online grant site (ncmuseumgrant.naturalsciences.org) during the open window; a preview of the application is posted on the site.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $75,000 (Tier One counties), $60,000 (Tier Two), $50,000 (Tier Three)
Funding source: State
Match: Not Required
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Darrell Stover; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-9963;
Statutory authority: G.S. 143B-135.227

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State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit for Owner-Occupied Homes

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

State income tax credit for rehabilitating a historic owner-occupied home.

15% credit on up to $150,000 of eligible expenses (maximum credit $22,500)

Confirm with agencyTax creditHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Work must pass SHPO review against the Secretary of the Interior's Standards (even below the $10,000 threshold); eligible expenses are capped at $150,000; one project per taxpayer every five years; consult the HPO before starting to avoid denial.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Ongoing two-step application tied to each rehabilitation project; no application window is posted

Applicant tip: Talk to the HPO restoration specialist before any work begins; the page warns that unresolved design problems can lead to denial of the credit.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places individually or as contributing buildings in a National Register district, or contributing buildings in the certified local historic districts of Raleigh, Goldsboro or Madison. Rehabilitation must exceed $10,000 within 24 months and meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards. A taxpayer may claim the credit for one project every five years.
How to apply: Direct application: consult the State Historic Preservation Office before starting work, then submit the two-step tax credit application (Part A description of rehabilitation, then the later part) to the HPO for review and approval.
Applicant types: Individual
Award size: 15% credit on up to $150,000 of eligible expenses (maximum credit $22,500)
Funding source: State

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13. North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI)

4 programs · Agency grants page ↗

21st Century Community Learning Centers (Title IV, Part B)

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Funds out-of-school-time community learning centers offering academic support, enrichment and family engagement.

$50,000 to $500,000 per award

OpenGrantEducationDisadvantaged Communities

The catch: Reimbursement basis only (actual allowable costs incurred and paid); supplement-not-supplant rule; new awardees attend onboarding and a conference; funding contingent on annual congressional appropriations.

Next deadline: Nov 18, 2026 · Competitions run on a three-year cycle (two consecutive competition years, then one without). Cohort 19 applications are due November 18, 2026 at 12:00 noon EST; awards may continue up to three years.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Any public school unit or non-PSU organization (nonprofit, community-based, faith-based, for-profit, institution of higher education, city or local government). Applicants need an NCID account, a SAM registration and access to the CCIP system.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the Cohort 19 application in the CCIP system (NCID required). A Notice of Intent was requested by October 23, 2026 but is not required to apply.
Applicant types: School District, Nonprofit, Higher Education, Public Agency, Business, Other Legal Entity
Award size: $50,000 to $500,000 per award
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Statutory authority: ESEA Title IV, Part B, as amended by ESSA (2015)

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CTE Grade Expansion Program (EWIC)

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Pays for added CTE staff so career and technical education reaches 6th and 7th graders.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEducationEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Funds restricted to employing additional licensed CTE, career development and support-service personnel for grade 6-7 expansion.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Currently a one-year grant cycle by vote of the Commission; no application window posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Public school units and charter schools. Not applicable to individuals.
How to apply: Direct application: see the EWIC grants page for the current grant documents; the page does not list a current application window.
Applicant types: School District
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Jacqueline Wyatt, NCDPI Career Readiness Specialist (CTE); email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: G.S. 115C-64.17

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Digital Learning Initiative Instructional Innovation Grant

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Supports public school units implementing innovative digital teaching and learning practices.

Up to $50,000 (districts) or $20,000 (charter, regional and lab schools)

Confirm with agencyGrantEducationScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: One-year grant period; proposals scored against a published rubric aligned to the NC Digital Learning Plan.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Competitive rounds since 2017; the 2026-2027 round application window ran spring 2026 (support sessions April-May 2026); no next round posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Public school units. Traditional districts are eligible for up to $50,000; charter, regional and lab schools for up to $20,000.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the Request for Proposals application template and submit through the Submission Form linked on the Digital Learning Grants page.
Applicant types: School District
Award size: Up to $50,000 (districts) or $20,000 (charter, regional and lab schools)
Funding source: State
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Lindsey Sipe; email: [email protected];

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Education and Workforce Innovation Commission Innovation Grant

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Funds school and regional partnerships that prepare students to graduate career and college ready.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantEducationEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Recipient must form a partnership with a university or community college and with a regional business or business leader.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Currently a one-year grant cycle by vote of the Commission; no application window posted.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Public school units and charter schools (individual schools or regional partnerships of more than one unit) that form the required higher-education and business partnerships. Not applicable to individuals.
How to apply: Direct application: see the EWIC grants page for current grant documents; no application window is posted.
Applicant types: School District
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: State
Contact: name: Jacqueline Wyatt, NCDPI Career Readiness Specialist (CTE); email: [email protected];
Statutory authority: G.S. 115C-64.16

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14. North Carolina Arts Council (NCAC)

3 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Project Support Grants

North Carolina Arts Council

Funds specific arts programs that engage audiences and participants, including youth arts projects.

$5,000 to $15,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 33%Libraries and Arts

The catch: Funds must be spent in the stated fiscal-year project period (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 for the last round); up to half of the grant may cover administrative overhead except for colleges, universities and arts organizations that are part of another entity; final reports are due after the year.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the FY2026-27 round opened January 5 and closed March 2, 2026; no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina-based nonprofit with a two-year track record of producing arts programs and prior-year cash operating expenses of at least $20,000 (or a fiscal agent that meets the tests). Not eligible: organizations receiving Sustaining Support or Statewide Service Organization grants, Grassroots county partners that receive the county allocation, and public, private and charter schools.
How to apply: Direct application: applications are submitted through OPAL (the Arts Council's SmartSimple grants portal); every applicant, new or returning, must register in OPAL first; submit during the application period.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: $5,000 to $15,000
Match: 33%
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Holly Jackson; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-6511;

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Statewide Service Organizations

North Carolina Arts Council

Supports organizations that provide leadership and services to a sector of the arts industry.

$5,000 to $30,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 100%Libraries and Arts

The catch: Dollar-for-dollar match required; funds support only administrative and program expenses directly tied to the proposed services; scored with a published rubric.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the FY2026-27 round opened January 5 and closed March 2, 2026; no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina-based organizations that provide programs and services to the arts community on a statewide or multi-state regional basis; first-time applicants should consult Arts Council staff to confirm eligibility.
How to apply: Direct application: applications are submitted through OPAL (the Arts Council's SmartSimple grants portal); every applicant, new or returning, must register in OPAL first; submit during the application period.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Other Legal Entity
Award size: $5,000 to $30,000
Match: 100%
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Holly Jackson; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-6511;

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Sustaining Support for Arts Organizations

North Carolina Arts Council

Flexible multi-year operating support for established North Carolina arts organizations.

$7,500 to $65,000, capped at 10% of average cash operating expenses

ExpectedGrantLibraries and Arts

The catch: Awards may not exceed 10 percent of the organization's three-year average cash operating expenses; update applications are required in off years; funds must be spent within the fiscal-year project period.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual rotation by discipline over three years; FY2026-27 (literature, visual arts, film, dance) closed March 2, 2026; theater and multi-arts applications are due March 2027 and music, folklife and arts in education in March 2028; off-year update applications are required

Applicant tip: Check which discipline cohort your organization falls in; only theater and multi-arts organizations are scheduled for new applications in March 2027.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: 501(c)(3) arts organizations meeting the Arts Council's general criteria, with an average organizational expense budget of at least $75,000 over the past three fiscal years and at least one half-time-equivalent paid staff person. Colleges, universities, arts organizations that are part of another entity such as a municipality, and generally Statewide Service Organization and Grassroots county partner recipients are not eligible.
How to apply: Direct application: applications are submitted through OPAL (the Arts Council's SmartSimple grants portal); every applicant, new or returning, must register in OPAL first; new applications open for one-third of the disciplines each year.
Applicant types: Nonprofit
Award size: $7,500 to $65,000, capped at 10% of average cash operating expenses
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Holly Jackson; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-6511;

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15. North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (NCDPR)

3 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Local Grants

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

Matching grants for acquiring, developing and renovating public outdoor recreation sites.

Up to $750,000 per application

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 50%Parks & RecreationEnvironment & Water

The catch: Reimbursable grant; property must remain public outdoor recreation in perpetuity; National Park Service approval is required before award; unfunded projects may reapply in a later cycle.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the 2026-2027 cycle closed November 2, 2026 with state review complete January 1, 2027 and recommendations to the National Park Service in April 2027; the page says the next funding cycle is anticipated spring 2027

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina counties and incorporated municipalities and federally recognized tribes. The project must be on a single site that the applicant owns, and the property must stay in public outdoor recreation use in perpetuity.
How to apply: Direct application: request access to the application folder (SharePoint, moving to WebGrants) through your Recreation Resources Service regional consultant and submit the application by the deadline.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Tribal Government
Award size: Up to $750,000 per application
Funding source: Federal
Match: 50%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Vonda Martin; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-9338;

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Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) Local Matching Grants

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

Matching grants for acquiring, developing and renovating local public parks and recreation facilities.

Up to $500,000 per application

OpenGrantMatch 50%Parks & Recreation

The catch: Property acquired with PARTF is dedicated forever to public recreation and facilities must stay open to the public for at least 25 years; in-kind services cannot count as match; the grant contract period runs three years.

Next deadline: May 3, 2027 · Annual; notification of funding October 27, 2026, application review deadline March 15, 2027, application deadline May 3, 2027 (5:00 pm), recipients selected August 2027

Applicant tip: Send a draft to your RRS regional consultant before March 15, 2027 to get a technical review ahead of the May 3 deadline.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: North Carolina counties and incorporated municipalities, plus public authorities authorized to acquire land or develop recreation facilities for the public. The project must be on a single site, and the applicant must own the site or hold a signed lease or easement of at least 25 years.
How to apply: Direct application: create a WebGrants account and submit the PARTF application; send a complete draft to your Recreation Resources Service regional consultant by March 15, 2027 for a preliminary technical review.
Applicant types: Public Agency
Award size: Up to $500,000 per application
Funding source: State
Match: 50%
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Vonda Martin; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-9338;
Statutory authority: G.S. 113-44.15

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Recreational Trails Program (RTP)

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

Federal grants for trail planning, construction, maintenance, signs and related facilities.

$10,000 to $100,000

Confirm with agencyGrantMatch 25%Parks & RecreationTransportation

The catch: Late or incomplete applications are not considered; grantees submit reimbursement requests with documentation, quarterly reports and a closeout package.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the 2026 application was released April 9 and was due September 4, 2026 (5 p.m.), with the NC Trails Committee meeting November 20, 2026; no next round posted

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Any agency may submit one application per project; prospective applicants must consult their Regional Trails Specialist before and throughout the application. First-time applicants need an NCID and an EBS account.
How to apply: Direct application: consult your Regional Trails Specialist, register for an EBS account (NCID required), and submit the RTP application by the deadline; optional formal staff review is available before submission.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit
Award size: $10,000 to $100,000
Funding source: Federal
Match: 25%
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Amanda Smithson; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-707-9326;

Official page ↗Track in OpenGrants ↗JSONVerified Nov 4, 2026

16. State Library of North Carolina (SLNC)

3 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Continuing Education Scholarships

State Library of North Carolina

Reimburses library staff for conference registration and travel to approved continuing education events.

Up to $1,000 in-state, $2,500 out-of-state, $500 virtual

OpenGrantLibraries and ArtsEducation

The catch: Reimbursement only; meals and per diem and pre-conference fees are not reimbursed; the participant covers costs above the cap; special conference scholarships announced separately are excluded.

Next deadline: Dec 1, 2026 · Quarterly deadlines September 1, December 1, March 1 and June 1; reviewed first come, first served; applicants notified within 30 days

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Participants employed by a state-aid-eligible public library, a public tribal library, a community college library, a UNC system library or an NCICU member library. County, municipal and academic libraries may receive up to two in-person and five virtual scholarships a year; regional systems four in-person and ten virtual; one scholarship per participant per year.
How to apply: Direct application: submit the online application with a completed budget table by the quarterly deadline that fits the event date (September 1, December 1, March 1 or June 1).
Applicant types: Public Agency, Higher Education
Award size: Up to $1,000 in-state, $2,500 out-of-state, $500 virtual
Funding source: Federal
Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)
Submit via: true

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LSTA Grants (EZ, Planning and Project Grants)

State Library of North Carolina

Competitive federal grants for library projects that meet goals in the North Carolina LSTA Five-Year Plan.

EZ and EZ Planning grants $5,000 to $50,000; Project grants $50,000 to $100,000 for single-year projects and up to $150,000 per year for multi-year projects

OpenGrantLibraries and Arts

The catch: Awards depend on federal funding availability; projects must support a goal in the LSTA Five-Year Plan and include a user-focused need statement, outcomes, timeline and evaluation; grantees submit reimbursement and progress reports.

Next deadline: Mar 1, 2027 · Annual; opens in September; letters of intent were due November 1, 2026; EZ and full Project applications due March 1, 2027; awards announced about June 9, 2027 with a July 1, 2027 start

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A public library or system that meets State Aid eligibility, a public tribal library (federal or state recognized), a community college library, an NCICU member library, a UNC system library (including AHEC libraries) or a North Carolina professional library organization. Each eligible library may submit up to three EZ and/or Project applications a year.
How to apply: Direct application: submit through the Library of North Carolina's online grants system (Submittable); Project grants need a letter of intent first, and staff will review complete drafts submitted by February 11, 2027.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Higher Education, Tribal Government, Nonprofit
Award size: EZ and EZ Planning grants $5,000 to $50,000; Project grants $50,000 to $100,000 for single-year projects and up to $150,000 per year for multi-year projects
Funding source: Federal
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Catherine Prince; email: [email protected]; tel: 919-814-6796; email: [email protected];

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NC Compass Grant (AI and Workforce Development)

State Library of North Carolina

Funds library projects on responsible AI use and workforce skill-building.

$5,000 to $30,000

OpenGrantNo matchLibraries and ArtsEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Awarded in advance; funds must be encumbered within the project period (February 1 to July 31, 2027); a final expenditure report is due August 15, 2027 and a final report September 30, 2027.

Next deadline: Dec 4, 2026 · Single posted round: applications due December 4, 2026, awards January 14, 2027, project period February 1 to July 31, 2027. The Library of NC says it frequently offers themed mini-grants, so similar rounds may follow

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Public libraries eligible for Aid to Public Libraries funds, UNC System libraries, community college libraries, NCICU libraries and public tribal libraries (federally or state recognized). Each eligible library may submit one application.
How to apply: Direct application: apply through the Library of North Carolina grants system by the deadline; every awardee needs a SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Higher Education, Tribal Government, Nonprofit
Award size: $5,000 to $30,000
Match: Not Required
Disbursement: Advance(s)
Submit via: true
Contact: name: Catherine Prince; email: [email protected];

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17. North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM)

2 programs · Agency grants page ↗

Volunteer Fire Department Fund

North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal

Equipment and capital expenditures for volunteer fire departments.

Up to $40,000

ExpectedGrantMatch Sliding: 0% to 50%Disaster Prevention & Relief

The catch: The match scales with local government funding; the department must report to NFIRS and hold a current rating.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; online application available January 2 (or first business day), due March 1, recipients announced May 15.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: All-volunteer fire department (up to eight paid positions or equivalent), reporting to NFIRS and recognized as rated/certified by the NC Department of Insurance.
How to apply: Direct application: apply online through the OSFM grants/relief fund dashboard after rated departments are notified in early January.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $40,000
Funding source: State
Match: Sliding: 0% to 50%
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected]; tel: 919-647-0091;
Statutory authority: G.S. 58-87-1

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Volunteer Rescue/EMS Fund

North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal

Equipment and capital expenditures for volunteer rescue and EMS organizations.

Up to $25,000 matching; up to $3,000 non-matching

ExpectedGrantMatch 50%Disaster Prevention & ReliefHealth & Human Services

The catch: Orders must not be placed before the December 15 announcement; items not received by the April 30 invoice deadline are excluded from the award.

Next deadline: Expected: October 2027 · Annual; application available August 1, due October 1 with no extensions, recipients announced December 15, invoices due April 30. The 2026 deadline was October 1, 2026.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Volunteer rescue provider (up to ten paid positions) recognized by the Department of Insurance, meeting NCAREMS and/or NC OEMS criteria and recognized by its county; ALS equipment requires OEMS certification.
How to apply: Direct application: apply online to OSFM after providers are notified on August 1.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency
Award size: Up to $25,000 matching; up to $3,000 non-matching
Funding source: State
Match: 50%
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected]; tel: 919-647-0091;
Statutory authority: G.S. 58-87-5

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18. North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (TTFC)

2 programs · Agency grants page ↗

North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Grants

North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission

Grants that strengthen the agricultural economy and rural communities affected by changes in the tobacco economy.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantAgricultureHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Guidelines cover review, audits, record retention, identifying additional funding, disbursement and reporting; projects are prioritized by geographic area, people impacted and impact on the agricultural community.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · Annual; the 2026 cycle is closed and the site anticipates opening the 2027 cycle in early January.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Entities limited to state agencies, local governments, federal agencies, nonprofits and private-sector members (contact the Commission for clarification). Grantees must deliver an appropriate service to targeted populations described under G.S. 143-715. Projects must benefit a tobacco-dependent, MSA-affected or agriculture-dependent population.
How to apply: Direct application: follow the six steps on the grant cycle page, download the guidelines and forms (detailed budget, no-conflict and tax-debt template, NC OpenBook supplement) and submit the online application when the cycle opens.
Applicant types: Public Agency, Nonprofit, Business, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Other
Submit via: true
Contact: tel: 919.733.2160;
Statutory authority: G.S. 143-715

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19. VolunteerNC (VolunteerNC)

2 programs · Agency grants page ↗

AmeriCorps State Formula Grants

VolunteerNC

Funds programs that place AmeriCorps members in service across North Carolina.

Varies — check official page

ExpectedGrantMatch 24%Employment, Labor & TrainingHousing, Community and Economic Development

The catch: Match required for cost-reimbursement grants; maximum cost per member service year applies; SAM registration required; criminal history checks for members.

Next deadline: Expected: March 2027 · Annual; the page says opportunities are open October through early March (FY26 State Formula application was due March 31, 2026).

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Nonprofits, local governments including school districts, higher-education institutions and Indian tribes. New applicants may apply for Cost Reimbursement and EAP grants but need prior approval for Full-Cost Fixed Amount grants; a Notice of Intent to Apply is mandatory for new applicants.
How to apply: Direct application: submit a mandatory Intent to Apply (new applicants) and then the State Formula application; instructions and the NOFO are on the AmeriCorps and Grants page.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Public Agency, Higher Education, Tribal Government, School District
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Match: 24%
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected]; tel: (919) 814-2000;

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Volunteer Generation Fund

VolunteerNC

Funds volunteer recruitment, management and capacity-building at community-based entities.

Varies — check official page

Confirm with agencyGrantHousing, Community and Economic DevelopmentEmployment, Labor & Training

The catch: Awards depend on funding availability; funded positions and events require a National Service Criminal History check.

Next deadline: Varies — check official page · The 2026-2027 first round opened August 19 and closed September 4, 2026; a second round may be announced pending funding.

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: Community-based entities (volunteer coordinating agencies, nonprofit resource centers, training clearinghouses, higher-education institutions, faith- and community-based collaboratives) whose work matches the state service plan.
How to apply: Direct application: apply online when a round opens; see the 2026-2027 NOFO linked on the program page.
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Higher Education, Other Legal Entity
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Submit via: true
Contact: email: [email protected];

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20. North Carolina Division of Broadband and Digital Opportunity (NCDIT-BDE)

1 program · Agency grants page ↗

Rural Health Innovation Fund (RHIF)

North Carolina Division of Broadband and Digital Opportunity

Funds rural providers to assess digital needs and modernize infrastructure.

Varies — check official page

OpenGrantHealth & Human ServicesScience, Technology, and Research & Development

The catch: Recipients undergo a federal-funds risk assessment and must rate low or medium.

Next deadline: Dec 7, 2026 · Annual round expected; current round readiness intake September 30 to October 31, 2026, full application due December 7, 2026

Eligibility, how to apply, match, contact

Eligibility: A health care organization as defined in 10A NCAC 41A .0206(a)(1) located in one of the 85 federally designated rural counties or with 40% or more rural patients, not debarred or sanctioned, with a low or medium risk assessment rating.
How to apply: Direct application: complete the Readiness Intake form, then the full application by 11:59 p.m. December 7, 2026; questions to [email protected].
Applicant types: Nonprofit, Business, Public Agency
Award size: Varies — check official page
Funding source: Federal
Contact: email: [email protected];

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21. Live listings from North Carolina agencies

Open opportunities posted by North Carolina state agencies and ingested into the OpenGrants database that do not yet have a verified program card above. They appear here automatically as the data updates; the deadline and amounts are the listing's own. Each becomes a card once an editor verifies it against the official page.

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Hazardous Waste Management State Program Support Grant (NC Hurricane Helene Supplemental Appropriation)

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

$1,147,393 – $26,355,456

OpenEnvironment

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality received $61,006,486 in supplemental federal funding from EPA to support hazardous waste, recycling, and solid waste management recovery after Hurricane Helene. Funds are distributed across several programs: Recycling Infrastructure ($26,355,456) for local governments to replace/improve damaged recycling infrastructure and build resilient convenience centers/transfer stations; Debris Recovery & Disposal ($20,394,893) for local governments...

Deadline: Not listed

Listing ↗Track in OpenGrants ↗JSON

Open data and API

Every record on this page is a CommonGrants opportunity — the open protocol for grant data (v0.5.0) — with the same id, status, funder, key dates, funding and custom fields whether you read it here, download it, or call the API. A state that adopts this portal gets a conformant endpoint on day one.

Downloads

commongrants.json — every program and live listing as CommonGrants OpportunityBase records
opportunities.csv — the same records flattened, one column per CommonGrants field
data.json — the page's own view (resolved deadlines, agencies, counts)

CommonGrants API

GET  https://opengrants.io/grants-in-north-carolina/common-grants/opportunities?page=1&pageSize=100
GET  https://opengrants.io/grants-in-north-carolina/common-grants/opportunities/<id>
POST https://opengrants.io/grants-in-north-carolina/common-grants/opportunities/search
     {"search":"water","filters":{"status":{"operator":"in","value":["open"]}},"sorting":{"sortBy":"keyDates.closeDate","sortOrder":"asc"}}

No key needed. Custom fields follow the CommonGrants custom-field catalog where one exists (costSharing, contactInfo, eligibilityCriteria, additionalInfo); the portal's own fields are documented at state-portal-v1.json. The full OpenGrants database (federal, state, local, foundation) is on the Developer plan.

North Carolina agencies: post or correct a program

North Carolina agencies: post or correct a program through the form at /grants-in-north-carolina/submit/. Submissions are reviewed against the official program page before they publish.

Submit a program

Questions

Does North Carolina have an official statewide grants portal?

No single one with deadlines and eligibility. North Carolina's state agencies each publish and run their own grant programs. The state's Grant Opportunities page on nc.gov is a searchable table of links to agency grant pages, and the Office of State Budget and Management's Grants Management System, where agencies register state assistance programs and awards under G.S. 143C-6-23, is open to state agency users only. This page assembles the programs from every agency's own pages and the OpenGrants database and publishes them as open CommonGrants records, each with its eligibility, award size, match and next deadline.

Where does the data come from?

Each program card is verified against the administering agency's official page (the date is on each card). Programs bound to an OpenGrants listing refresh their deadline and status daily; open listings from North Carolina agencies that have no card yet appear automatically from the database.

Can I export this data?

Yes. Every program and live listing is published as a CommonGrants (v0.5.0) opportunity record: download commongrants.json or opportunities.csv from the Open data section, or read the API at /grants-in-north-carolina/common-grants/opportunities. No key is needed.

What grants are available in North Carolina?

North Carolina offers a range of grant opportunities including state economic development programs through NC Department of Commerce, federal grants via Grants.gov, SBIR/STTR innovation funding, and community foundation grants. OpenGrants helps you discover and match with all available programs.

How do I find small business grants in North Carolina?

Start with the North Carolina SBDC for free advising and local grant matching. You can also explore programs through NC Department of Commerce and use OpenGrants to search across federal, state, and private funding opportunities.

Does North Carolina offer SBIR/STTR matching grants?

Many states, including North Carolina, provide matching funds or support for federal SBIR/STTR awardees. Check with NC Department of Commerce or the North Carolina SBDC for current matching programs and eligibility requirements.

What federal funding goes to North Carolina?

North Carolina receives $28B+ in annual federal grant funding across agencies including HHS, DOT, DOE, USDA, and more. These funds support infrastructure, research, education, healthcare, and economic development statewide.

How can OpenGrants help me find funding in North Carolina?

OpenGrants provides a comprehensive database of grant opportunities matched to your profile. Create a free account to get matched with relevant federal, state, and private grants.

Beyond state agencies: all funding open to North Carolina applicants

Federal programs, foundations, local governments and other funders with open opportunities for North Carolina applicants. None of these is administered by a North Carolina state agency, so they are not in the program list, the downloads or the API above.

21Open grants in North Carolina

$15KMedian max award

Nov 15Next deadline

19Funders with open programs

Open right now in the OpenGrants database

Due November 15, 2026City of Asheville Event Support Grant ProgramCity of Asheville$10K Due November 15, 2026Civic Foundation of North Carolina GrantsCivic Foundation (North Carolina)$25K Due February 2, 2027Public Policy & Education GrantsJohn William Pope Foundation Due March 1, 2027Nonprofit Arts Recovery GrantNorth Carolina Community Foundation$20K Due May 31, 2027Beautification GrantKeep Charlotte Beautiful$8K Rolling deadlineEarly Childhood Education & Development FundBuncombe County$4.1M

21 open grants are listed for North Carolina in the OpenGrants database — refreshed on every site build. Search all of them.

North Carolina grants by category

Community Development10 open Environment5 open

Funders with open North Carolina programs

City of Fayetteville2 openNC IDEA2 openJohn William Pope Foundation1 openNorth Carolina Community Foundation1 openBuncombe County1 openCity of Charlotte1 open

Key Funding Sources in North Carolina

NC Dept. of CommerceOne North Carolina Fund and state incentive programsExplore Programs ↗Golden LEAF Foundation$800M+ invested in rural NC economic developmentExplore Programs ↗Z. Smith Reynolds FoundationStatewide grants for economic equity and communityExplore Programs ↗

How to use this page

Who gives the money: North Carolina's grantmaking agencies

1. North Carolina Department of Commerce (Commerce)

CDBG Economic Development Building Reuse

CDBG Economic Development Demolition

CDBG Economic Development Infrastructure

Expanded Gas Products Service to Agriculture Fund

Film and Entertainment Grant Program

Incumbent Worker Training

Industrial Development Fund Utility Account

Industrial Shell Building Loans (Revolving Loan Fund)

Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)

Major Events, Games, and Attractions Fund

NC Neighborhood Revitalization Program (CDBG)

North Carolina Esports Industry Grant Program

On-the-Job Training (Wage Reimbursement)

One NC Small Business Program: SBIR/STTR Phase I Incentive Funds

One NC Small Business Program: SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Funds

One North Carolina Fund (OneNC)

Rural Building Reuse Program (State Rural Grants)

Rural Demolition Program (State Rural Grants)

Rural Downtown Economic Development Grant (RDEDG)

Rural Infrastructure Program (State Rural Grants)

2. North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ)

205(j) Water Quality Management Planning Grant

APNEP Citizen Advisory Committee Engagement and Stewardship Grant

Aquatic Weed Control Program

Beach and Waterfront Access Grants

Coastal Recreational Fishing License Grant Program

Community Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant (CWRAR)

Food Waste Reduction Grant (FWRG)

Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Grant (MSERG)

Multifamily Recycling Grant

N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) Phases 3 and 4

NC Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program

NC Marine Sewage Pumpout and Dump Station Grant Program

Paper Cup Recycling Education Grant

Recycling Business Development Grant (RBDG)

Scrap Tire Recycling Market Development Grant

Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Subaward Grant

State Energy Program Energy Efficiency Subgrant

Water Resources Development Grant Program

3. North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS)

ADFP Trust Fund Grants: Agricultural Development Projects and Plans

ADFP Trust Fund Grants: Conservation Easements

Agricultural Facilities Disaster Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

Agricultural Water Resources Assistance Program (AgWRAP)

Agriculture Cost Share Program (ACSP)

Community Conservation Assistance Program (CCAP)

Forest Development Program (FDP)

Large Animal Healthcare Enhancement Fund

Lease-to-Own Temporary Bridges for Forestry Crossings Program

N.C. Agriculture Innovations & Research (NCAIR) Grant Program

N.C. Prescribed Burning Cost Share Program

Series I Farm Real Estate Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

Series II Beginning Farmer Loan Program (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

Series III "Ag Start" Beginning Farmer Loans (N.C. Agricultural Finance Authority)

Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program

Volunteer Fire Assistance Program (VFAP)

4. North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA)

Community Partners Loan Pool (CPLP)

Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Pool (ESFRLP)

Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (Housing Credits)

Rental Preservation Loan Program (RPLP)

Rental Production Program Loans

Self-Help Loan Pool (SHLP)

Supportive Housing Development Program - Veterans (SHDP-Veterans)

Supportive Housing Safe (SH-Safe) Program

SystemVision Energy Guarantee Program

Urgent Repair Program

Workforce Housing Loan Program

5. North Carolina Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI)

Asset Inventory and Assessment Grants (AIA)

Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)

Community Development Block Grant - Infrastructure (CDBG-I)

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF)

Emerging Contaminants / PFAS Funding

Lead Service Line Replacement Funding (DWSRF-LSLR)