[Davie Community Foundation Inc.](https://www.daviefoundation.org)

August 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical awards $6,000–$8,000; $36,200 awarded in 2025; total grants to date over $519,000.

Supports nonprofit projects that improve safety, housing, mental health, and well-being for women and children in Davie County, NC.

--- ## Description Pearls of Empowerment Grants are designed to fund nonprofit organizations working to create meaningful, positive change in the lives of women and children in Davie County, North Carolina. The program targets projects that protect women and children from abuse, provide stable and safe housing, and improve mental health and emotional well-being. Funded activities may include emergency financial assistance, transitional housing, critical home repairs, evidence-based parenting support, and trauma-focused mental health services. The grants are awarded annually by the Davie Community Foundation through a competitive process, with a focus on addressing urgent needs, fostering stability, and promoting lasting outcomes for the community. --- ## Due Dates - August 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - In 2025, a total of $36,200 was awarded across multiple grants. - Typical individual grant awards range from $6,000 to $8,000. - Over $519,000 has been granted to Davie County organizations since the program’s inception. - Grant size and number of awards may vary annually based on available funding. --- ## Eligibility - Only nonprofit organizations serving Davie County residents are eligible to apply. - Proposed programs or projects must focus on at least one of these areas: - Protecting women and children from abuse - Providing stable and safe housing - Improving mental health and emotional well-being of women and children - Projects must directly benefit women and children in Davie County. - Organizations must be able to demonstrate the impact and effectiveness of their proposed activities. --- ## Application Process - Applications are typically available starting June 1 each year, with a projected deadline in August. - Applicants should review guidelines and submit proposals through the [Davie Community Foundation’s grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=daviefoundation). - Required materials generally include: - Project description and objectives - Target population and expected outcomes - Budget and funding request details - Evidence of nonprofit status - Site visits and/or interviews may be conducted as part of the review process. - Award decisions are made collectively by the Pearls of Empowerment giving circle and announced at the annual meeting. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are typically for short-term, urgent needs rather than ongoing operational support. - Funded projects are expected to provide follow-up data or reports to demonstrate outcomes. - The Pearls of Empowerment program is a women-led giving circle within the Davie Community Foundation, and also offers leadership and networking opportunities. - Recipients may be invited to share their project outcomes at foundation events. --- ## External Links - [Pearls of Empowerment Grants Program Page](https://www.daviefoundation.org/grants/pearls) - [Pearls of Empowerment Giving Circle Information](https://www.daviefoundation.org/programs/pearls/) - [Grant Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=daviefoundation) - [2025 Davie County Resource Guide (PDF)](https://www.daviefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-Davie-County-Resource-Guide.pdf) - [Davie Community Foundation – All Grants](https://www.daviefoundation.org/grants/all) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |-------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 336-753-6903 | | Email | [info@daviefoundation.org](mailto:info@daviefoundation.org) | | Physical Address | 107 North Salisbury Street, Mocksville, NC 27028 | | Mailing Address | P.O. Box 546, Mocksville, NC 27028 | | Contact Form | [Contact Us Online](https://www.daviefoundation.org/our-story/contact/) | ---

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