Community Grants Program

Apply! Community Grants

FALL GRANT CYCLE
APPLICATIONS OPEN: AUGUST 10, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, AT 11:59 P.M.

More than funding, this program is an investment in the nonprofit, governmental, and community organizations that strengthen New Hanover County.

It provides flexible support to organizations working to strengthen New Hanover County and create meaningful change across The Endowment’s strategic pillars: Social & Health Equity, Education, Community Safety, Community Development.

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When to Apply

  • Applications Open: August 10, 2026
    Close: September 8, 11:59 p.m.

Who Can Apply

Tax-exempt organizations, such as:

    • Nonprofit, governmental, and community organizations. 
    • Eligible organizations must serve or benefit residents of New Hanover County. 
    • Please complete the eligibility quiz to determine general eligibility for funding. 
    • A notification of eligibility from this quiz does not guarantee funding.

Take the quiz to assess your organization’s funding eligibility.

 

How to Apply

Grantee Portal

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Have questions about the 2026 Fall Community Grant Program? Browse our frequently asked questions to learn more about eligibility, application requirements, deadlines, funding, and more.

Fall Community Grant Program FAQs

2026 Community Grants spring Cycle (closed)

2026 Community Grants Spring Cycle:

In the first cycle of its annual Community Grants Program, The Endowment’s board approved 41 grants totaling $500,000 to nonprofit and community-serving organizations across New Hanover County. Learn more about the 41 grant recipients HERE.

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