Funding has expanded to support a broader range of Haywood County quality-of-life projects, including education and health initiatives, alongside Waynesville beautification efforts. You can now request a maximum of $7,500 per project, and these funds must generally be spent within a shortened 10-month timeframe. Additionally, the previously required pre-application consultation with staff is now entirely optional.
Funder: Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (full application deadline - first Friday in February, by 5 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,500 per project; most grants range from $3,000–$7,500 and must be spent within 10 months of award.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance quality of life for residents of Haywood County, NC, with a focus on community benefit and specific initiatives.