Transportation Infrastructure Grants for Appalachia from ARC
Public agencies, local governments, tribes, higher education institutions, and nonprofits in eligible Appalachian counties in North Carolina can seek transportation and related infrastructure funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission. Grants support critical infrastructure such as transportation networks and broadband, plus business and workforce development that may benefit public transportation and mass transit systems in the region.
Appalachian Regional Commission
Costco Foundation Grants for North Carolina Youth
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may complement transportation-related initiatives. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites applications for projects with clear community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support in areas where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one year of status and innovative approaches to social problems can seek funding for human services and related programs, including in North Carolina. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations piloting new solutions in areas like health, community development, safety, or literacy that may intersect with transportation and access.
Creag Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Transportation Support for Nonprofits from CSX Foundation
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions in North Carolina can apply for CSX Foundation’s in-kind donations to support community, military, or first responder initiatives. Support includes intermodal transportation services across the CSX rail network and, when available, donated railroad equipment and materials to reduce or eliminate freight and logistics costs.
Csx Foundation Inc
North Carolina Economic Mobility Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in North Carolina can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities, including those improving access to jobs and services, may be eligible year-round via a brief LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in North Carolina can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Focused on these areas, State Farm Companies Foundation invites applicants supporting auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, transportation, and related community programs to apply.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Community Health and Education Grants from Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, including those in North Carolina, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support health, education, or community initiatives. Funding may benefit transportation-related programs that expand healthcare access, food distribution, or STEM education. Typical projects include food pantries, patient services for underserved groups, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
North Carolina transportation-focused nonprofits and social enterprises serving urban children in poverty can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for education, health, or family economic stability projects. Eligible organizations must request more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling and operate in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
North Carolina Arts Council Youth Arts Funding via North Carolina Arts Council
Arts councils, schools, and community centers in North Carolina can receive support for after-school programs that connect local students with traditional artists, including indigenous, immigrant, and regional art forms. With a mission to sustain and grow the arts, North Carolina Arts Council provides funding for instructors, instruments, art materials, transportation, entrance fees, and administration for these TAPS programs.
North Carolina Arts Council
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community economic development in North Carolina can seek project support through the PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides funding for programs like preschool learning, workforce readiness, affordable housing, and small business support that may benefit transportation-access projects.
PNC Foundation
South Arts Grants for North Carolina Arts
North Carolina nonprofit arts organizations and government or tribal arts units seeking professional development support can apply for up to US $1,000 to build staff and board capacity. Focused on organizational training and first-time opportunities, South Arts funding can cover travel, registration, consultants, and other learning costs that may strengthen arts-related transportation or access initiatives.
South Arts, Inc.
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from Roche
North Carolina nonprofit charities running humanitarian, social, educational, environmental, or arts projects can access funding through Roche for high-quality, sustainable community initiatives. Programs managed by accredited charities that engage Roche affiliates and employees may be eligible, including projects whose transportation or transit components support broader community development goals.
La Roche, Inc.
Impact Litigation Funding for Justice Organizations via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation in North Carolina and nationwide can apply for recoverable grants from the Impact Fund, typically ranging from US $10,000 - US $50,000, to cover out-of-pocket litigation expenses. Funding supports economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases, which may include challenges to transportation-related harms or policies.
The Impact Fund
Truist Foundation Support for Workforce Development
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing adult workforce development, career navigation, or AI-related upskilling programs in North Carolina and other Truist-footprint states can apply for Truist Foundation’s Inspire Awards, offering US $10,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to build economic mobility, Truist Foundation provides growth-stage nonprofits with funding for training, AI literacy, and wraparound services that may benefit transportation-related workers.
Truist Foundation Inc
Accessibility Funding for Arts Nonprofits via South Arts
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
North Carolina arts-focused 501(c)(3)s, government units, and tribal entities can access funding through South Arts to make arts programs more accessible for people with disabilities. Grants of US $500 - US $2,500 may cover accessibility services, staff training, transportation, or modest facility enhancements, and may benefit organizations improving transportation or access for disabled artists and audiences.
South Arts, Inc.
Trail Safety Education Grants for Nonprofits from North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
State, federal, and local government agencies and qualified nonprofit organizations in North Carolina can receive reimbursement grants for trail-related safety and education initiatives, including instructor and speaker fees, displays, and signage. The Recreational Trails Program, administered by the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, supports safer recreational trail use that may benefit transportation-related trail projects.
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Community Hardship Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations serving North Carolina communities through education, poverty relief, disaster response, health, family or youth services, animal welfare, conservation, veterans’ support, or religious programs can apply for single-year project funding. Grants from Robinson Foundation help experienced nonprofits relieve hardships with tangible, meaningful impact; capital projects and facilities are not supported.
Robinson Foundation
North Carolina Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships, including those working in transportation or transit. Insperity provides North Carolina community organizations with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships when they engage Insperity employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX location can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants supporting basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. North Carolina groups providing transportation-related access to these services for vulnerable families and children may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
North Carolina Agriculture Bioenergy Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Nov 14, 2026
Universities, extension programs, commodity associations, nonprofits, and private businesses in North Carolina can receive funding for research on agricultural and forestry-based bioenergy feedstocks, including crop and harvest management, new species, and innovative biomass uses. North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services provides up to US $100,000 per project, which may benefit transportation-related biofuels and biomass initiatives.
North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants, which support programs like hunger relief, shelter, workforce readiness, and arts access. North Carolina groups involved in economic development or community revitalization, including efforts that improve transportation access or neighborhood infrastructure, may be eligible if they meet the focus and volunteer criteria.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Foundation Grants for North Carolina Women
Applications due Feb 10, 2027
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina provides North Carolina organizations serving women and girls with funding to help economically disadvantaged women become more self-sufficient. 501(c)(3)s and government entities in eligible Western North Carolina counties can request up to US $35,000 for programs such as transportation access, workforce training, housing, childcare, or related direct services and advocacy.
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
South Arts Support for Southern Arts Organizations
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Nonprofit or governmental arts presenting organizations in North Carolina and the broader South Arts region can receive up to US $1,000 for staff and guest artist travel and professional development. South Arts supports conferences, festivals, workshops, virtual training, and planning visits that strengthen film, visual, performing, literary, traditional, and multidisciplinary arts programming.
South Arts, Inc.
Community Services Funding from Underdown Family Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Hickory, North Carolina can seek support for education, health, human services, religious, and public benefit programs that strengthen the local community. Grants from Underdown Family Foundation help North Carolina organizations whose work, including transportation-related services, advances these priority areas and addresses community needs.
Underdown Family Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Carolina working on youth education, family services, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs that support underserved youth and their families, including those involving transportation access, may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, which may include transportation or transit-focused initiatives that measurably improve lives and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation