[Community Foundation of Western North Carolina](https://cfwnc.org)

February 2027

Up to $5,000 per grant; most grants are for one year.

Supports charitable projects that enhance quality of life for communities and residents in Mitchell County, NC.

This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and guidelines may be updated.

--- ## Description The Fund for Mitchell County provides small grants to nonprofit, governmental, educational, and religious organizations serving Mitchell County, North Carolina. The program is designed to enhance the quality of life in the county by supporting charitable initiatives that demonstrate significant community benefit, foster positive change, and address pressing needs. Priority is given to projects with the greatest potential impact and strong community collaboration. Applicants proposing to benefit external organizations must provide endorsement letters. The Fund’s advisory committee reviews all applications and may adapt guidelines in partnership with the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated application deadline:** February 2027 (5 p.m. on February 1; if February 1 falls on a weekend/holiday, the deadline is 5 p.m. the next business day) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant request: **$5,000** - Typical grant period: **Funds available by end of March; should be spent within 10 months of award** - Recent total annual funding: **$49,450 awarded in Spring 2025 to 12 projects** - Since 1999: **146 grants totaling $909,489 awarded** --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be **qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental, educational, or religious organizations** serving Mitchell County, NC. - Organizations must be established in or serving Mitchell County. - Only **one application per organization per year** (including fiscal sponsors). - All prior grant recipients must have submitted required end-of-grant reports. - **Not eligible:** Annual giving campaigns, endowment funds, deficit funding/debt retirement, sectarian religious or partisan political purposes, private schools (except for projects directly addressing community needs), private clubs, or expenses incurred before grant decisions. --- ## Application Process 1. **Consultation (Optional):** - Contact the program officer to discuss your proposal or eligibility questions. 2. **Application Submission:** - Apply online via the [CFWNC grant portal](https://cfwnc.org/grants/about-grants/online-application). - If your project benefits an external organization, include a letter of endorsement from that group. - The online system confirms receipt by email. 3. **Review:** - Staff screens applications for completeness and eligibility. - Advisory committee evaluates proposals based on priorities, available resources, applicant capacity, and potential community benefit. 4. **Award and Reporting:** - Grant funds distributed by electronic funds transfer (EFT); current banking info required. - Grantees must submit an online end-of-grant report; deadlines provided in award letter. - Additional reports or site visits may be required. --- ## Additional Information - Grant guidelines may be updated or exceptions made by the advisory committee in consultation with CFWNC staff. - For examples of previously funded projects, see [recent grants](https://cfwnc.org/affiliates/the-fund-for-mitchell-county/recent-grants). - The Fund for Mitchell County is an endowment, ensuring ongoing support for local needs. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://cfwnc.org/grants/the-fund-for-mitchell-county) - [Online Application Portal](https://cfwnc.org/grants/about-grants/online-application) - [Recent Grants](https://cfwnc.org/affiliates/the-fund-for-mitchell-county/recent-grants) - [Community Foundation of Western North Carolina](https://cfwnc.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Area | Email | Phone | |-----------------------|----------------------------------|--------------------------------------|------------------| | Jeremy Lett | Program Officer (Eligibility/Process) | [lett@cfwnc.org](mailto:lett@cfwnc.org) | 828-785-4743 | | Diane Crisp | Senior Grants Manager (Technical) | [crisp@cfwnc.org](mailto:crisp@cfwnc.org) | 828-367-9904 | | Melissa Edgington | Development Associate (General Info) | [edgington@cfwnc.org](mailto:edgington@cfwnc.org) | 828-367-9917 | | General Inquiries | | [info@cfwnc.org](mailto:info@cfwnc.org) | (828) 254-4960 |

The Fund for Mitchell County

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