Programs and Grants

Common Grants

Our Common Grants provide funding for organizations whose work aligns with our mission, four pillars, strategic priorities.

Before applying, prospective applicants should:

Review the Before You Apply resources and videos.
Know our four pillars and read our Strategic Plan.
Confirm they meet the eligibility requirements.
Ensure their proposed project aligns with our funding priorities.

We welcome conversations with organizations interested in advancing work aligned with our mission. If your organization has an idea or initiative that may be a good fit, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with a Network Officer.

Following the consultation, organizations whose proposed work aligns with our funding priorities may be invited to submit a grant application.

Explore The Endowment’s four pillars and strategic plan and programs to determine whether your organization and proposed work align with our mission and funding priorities.

Four Pillars

Strategic Plan

Before You Apply

If your work is aligned, review the eligibility requirements to ensure your organization meets the criteria.

Eligibility Quiz

If your organization has an idea or initiative that may be a good fit, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with a Network Officer.

New Applicant:

Your first step is to create an account in Temelio, complete the eligibility quiz, and submit an inquiry form. If your organization is eligible, a Network Officer will review your submission and reach out to discuss next steps and potential funding opportunities.

Established Grantee:

Contact your Network Officer to arrange a consultation and discuss funding pathways that may be a fit for your new project.

2026 special grants programs

Community Grants Program

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

2026 Community Grants Program – Fall Cycle
Applications open August 10!

Community Grants Program

Arts & Culture Grants Program

Building on the success of its 2025 pilot, The Endowment launched an enhanced Arts and Culture Grants Program in 2026 to directly advance its strategic priorities: social and health equity, education, community safety, and community development. By supporting a wide range of arts and cultural initiatives, the program fueled economic growth, enriched lives, and fostered opportunities for youth and residents of all ages to thrive.

Arts & Culture Grants Program

Emergency Recovery Grant Reserve Program

The Endowment established a $2 million Emergency Recovery Grant Reserve to deliver fast, targeted support when disaster occurs. This program ensures dedicated funding is available to provide swift, flexible assistance for New Hanover County residents in the wake of major disruptions or crises.

Emergency Reserve Grants Program

Capacity Building Programs

We invest in the capacity of New Hanover County organizations. Click here for additional nonprofit resources.

Coming Soon.

Who We Fund

The Endowment supports nonprofit, governmental, and community organizations working to strengthen New Hanover County in alignment with our four pillars and strategic plan.

Our Grantees

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

Questions? Reach out to the team: information@theendowment.org

Fiscal Sponsorship Requirements:

The fiscal sponsor must maintain full discretion and control over any awarded grant funds and have the organizational capacity to manage and accept the risks of fiscal sponsorship.
The grant request must align with the fiscal sponsor’s charitable mission.
The fiscal sponsor’s board must approve the project as furthering its charitable mission before submitting a grant request to The Endowment.