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Foundation For The Carolinas offers competitive grants to support nonprofit-led projects in education, health, arts, environment, and community impact across 13 counties in NC and SC.
Funder: Foundation For The Carolinas
Due Dates: February 2, 2026 (Woodson Foundation) | February 6, 2026 (Cole Foundation Q1, Richmond County Q1) | February 26, 2026 (Longleaf Fund) | March 27, 2026 (Cherokee County, Iredell County) | May 1, 2026 (Cole Foundation Q2, Richmond County Q2, Stanly County) | May 29, 2026 (Lincoln County, Invitation-Only) | June 26, 2026 (Lancaster County, Invitation-Only) | July 31, 2026 (Union County, York County Invitation-Only) | August 7, 2026 (Cole Foundation Q3, Richmond County Q3) | August 21, 2026 (Salisbury-Rowan) | August 28, 2026 (Lexington Area, Cleveland County Invitation-Only) | September 25, 2026 (Cabarrus County) | November 6, 2026 (Cole Foundation Q4, Richmond County Q4)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts and duration vary by program; most grants are for one year and range from several thousand to tens of thousands of dollars.
Summary: Competitive grant programs supporting nonprofits and community initiatives across a 13-county region in NC and SC.
Key Information: Deadlines and eligibility vary by specific fund; some opportunities are invitation-only.
Description
Foundation For The Carolinas (FFTC) manages a broad portfolio of competitive grant programs designed to strengthen nonprofits and drive positive change throughout its 13-county service area in North and South Carolina. FFTC’s grantmaking supports a wide range of community needs, including education, health, human services, arts and culture, environment, and more. Each program has distinct funding priorities, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines. The foundation emphasizes transparency, collaboration, and impact, providing expertise and a robust application platform for regional nonprofits and community organizations.
