[Community Foundation of Henderson County](https://www.cfhcforever.org)

Rolling

Varies by project and donor intent; no set minimum or maximum.

Supports community projects in donor-specified interest areas serving Henderson County, NC, with flexible, donor-driven funding.

Prior discussion with the Program Officer and project pre-approval are required before applying.

--- ## Description Field of Interest Grants from the Community Foundation of Henderson County are designed to address evolving community needs in Henderson County, North Carolina, by supporting projects in broad or specific donor-specified areas such as arts & culture, animal care, civic affairs, education, human services, conservation, health, and other approved fields. These grants are funded by donor-established funds and are awarded on a periodic, rolling basis as community priorities and donor interests evolve. Funding is flexible, allowing the Foundation to respond to changing local needs while honoring donor intent. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. - Award notification is typically within one month of submission. - Reporting is due one year from the award date (unless otherwise determined). --- ## Funding Amount - There is no set minimum or maximum award; funding varies depending on the donor’s intent, available funds, and the specifics of the project. - Funding decisions are made within 2–3 months of submission. --- ## Eligibility - Only tax-exempt organizations (501(c)(3)) serving Henderson County, North Carolina are eligible. - Projects must benefit the community centered in and around Henderson County. - Applications must align with a Field of Interest Fund’s intent and be discussed with the Foundation’s Program Officer before submission. - Ineligible uses include: - Programs not benefiting Henderson County - Annual fund campaigns/fundraising for re-gifting - Religious or political purposes - Individuals (including scholarships) - Non-tax-exempt organizations - Event underwriting --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Contact the Foundation’s Program Officer to discuss your project and confirm eligibility. - **Step 2:** Obtain project pre-approval from the Program Officer. - **Step 3:** If invited, submit a full application via the [online application portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/cfhcapply/). - **Decision Timeline:** Funding decisions are typically made within 2–3 months of submission; award notifications are usually sent within one month. - **Reporting:** Grantees must submit a report one year after receiving the award, unless otherwise specified. --- ## Additional Information - Preference is given to applicants based in Henderson County or those serving its residents. - Proposals that demonstrate collaboration, minimize duplication of services, and address broad community needs are encouraged. - Funding is dependent on individual donor interests and available funds. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Field of Interest Grants](https://www.cfhcforever.org/grants/grantmaking/field-of-interest-grants) - [Field of Interest Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1emXsGRet-tifHePutBQuhKqswjJCSvc_/view?usp=sharing) - [Online Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/cfhcapply/) - [Community Foundation of Henderson County Home](https://www.cfhcforever.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------------------|-------------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Kris Merritt, Senior Program Officer | [kmerritt@cfhcforever.org](mailto:kmerritt@cfhcforever.org) | (828) 697-6224 | 401 North Main St., Suite 300, Hendersonville, NC 28792 | | General Grants Contact | [grants@cfhcforever.org](mailto:grants@cfhcforever.org) | (828) 697-6224 | |

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