[Speedway Children's Charities](https://www.speedwaycharities.org)

June 26, 2026 (Full application deadline)

No set minimum or maximum; in 2025, over $200,000 was distributed to local organizations; one-year grants.

Supports Wilkes County nonprofits serving children by funding projects addressing critical, medical, and educational needs.

--- ## Description The North Wilkesboro Grant Program, administered by Speedway Children's Charities, provides one-time grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children in Wilkes County, North Carolina. The program focuses on projects that address urgent needs such as homelessness, food insecurity, medical care, and educational support. Funding is raised through local events and is directed toward organizations making a measurable impact on children’s well-being, especially those serving vulnerable populations such as orphans, foster children, and victims of sex trafficking. --- ## Due Dates - June 26, 2026: Full application deadline (online application must be submitted by 5:00 PM) --- ## Funding Amount - There is no published minimum or maximum award amount. - In 2025, the North Wilkesboro chapter distributed over $200,000 to local organizations. - Grants are for one year and are not intended for capital projects or operational costs (including salaries). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. - The organization’s primary focus must be serving children in Wilkes County, NC. - Priority is given to organizations supporting: - Victims of sex trafficking - Homeless, orphan, and foster populations - Food security - Projects may address: - **Critical needs:** homelessness, food insecurity, trafficking, foster/orphan care - **Medical needs:** illness, dental, disability, therapy - **Educational needs:** tutoring, literacy, after-school programs - SCC does **not** fund capital projects or general operational costs (including salaries). --- ## Application Process 1. **Phase 1:** Submit the online application by June 26, 2026, 5:00 PM. - Applications must be complete and received by the deadline. 2. **Phase 2:** Selected applicants will be contacted in August and asked to submit: - IRS 501(c)(3) verification - Financial statements - Board of Directors list - Mission statement - Organizational chart - Budget tracker worksheet (provided by SCC) - Documentation must be submitted within one week of notification. 3. **Site Visit:** SCC Trustee will conduct a site visit and interview if the organization moves forward. 4. **Award Notification:** Approved organizations will be notified by early December and must attend the Annual Night of Joy Grant Ceremony to receive funding. **Note:** Volunteering at SCC events is highly encouraged but not required. --- ## Additional Information - Only organizations completing both phases of the application process on time will be considered. - Attendance at the Night of Joy Grant Ceremony is mandatory for award recipients. - Questions should be directed to the SCC North Wilkesboro chapter director. --- ## External Links - [North Wilkesboro Grant Program Overview](https://www.speedwaycharities.org/grants/north-wilkesboro/) - [North Wilkesboro Grant Application Portal](https://www.speedwaycharities.org/grants/north-wilkesboro/registration) - [Speedway Children's Charities Grants Overview](https://www.speedwaycharities.org/grants/) - [Speedway Children's Charities Home](https://www.speedwaycharities.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|--------------| | Taylor Kirby, Chapter Director | [tkirby@speedwaycharities.org](mailto:tkirby@speedwaycharities.org) | 704-455-4426 |

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