North Carolina Homelessness Funding via Amcor Cares Foundation
North Carolina homelessness service nonprofits and accredited educational institutions serving Buncombe County can access funding through the Amcor Cares Foundation for programs addressing homelessness, hunger, and related basic needs. Grants over More than US $1,000 also support disaster relief, STEM education, life skills, health and wellness, arts, and scholarships in Amcor facility communities.
The Amcor Cares Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for North Carolina Youth
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Carolina that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for program funding. Focused on youth and family well-being, Costco Foundation invites applicants whose projects serve community needs with measurable outcomes, which can include homelessness-related services for children and families.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing innovative human and social services solutions can seek support to address pressing social problems. Grants from Creag Foundation help North Carolina homelessness services and related community programs test new approaches or tackle previously unaddressed issues. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Homelessness Innovation
With a mission to support innovative social impact organizations, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides North Carolina homelessness services and other early-stage ventures with up to US $300,000 over three years. Eligible independent nonprofits and impact-first for-profits must serve underserved communities, show measurable impact, and demonstrate scalable models that can reach at least 10,000 people.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Development Grants from State Farm
Nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in North Carolina can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects from State Farm Companies Foundation. Focus areas include disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, food insecurity, job training, and education initiatives that may benefit people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in North Carolina
Nonprofit cultural institutions in North Carolina offering arts and science programs, especially those engaging youth or developing artistic talent, can apply for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds established U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and strong, sustainable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
North Carolina Department Support for Homelessness Services
Nonprofit Community Action Agencies in North Carolina can access funding through the Community Services Block Grant to support services for low-income individuals, including people experiencing homelessness, migrants, the elderly, and families with children. Administered by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, funds may support employment, education, housing, nutrition, emergency services, and health-related programs.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)
Humanitarian and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on homelessness services, health care, education, or disaster relief in North Carolina and worldwide can seek support for marginalized communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides flexible funding for programs addressing health, human and social services, women and girls, children’s needs, and crisis response, which may benefit North Carolina homelessness initiatives.
Semnani Family Foundation
North Carolina Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on homelessness or related services can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs, as long as funds are used in the U.S. The Trust supports well-managed organizations with broad impact that materially advance the general welfare of their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Development
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing housing, hunger, workforce development, or community development can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. Grants support efforts such as preserving neighborhoods, providing emergency shelter, and strengthening low- and moderate-income communities, and may benefit organizations offering homelessness services within the state.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
John William Pope Foundation Housing Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing housing, basic human needs, or poverty alleviation services in North Carolina, especially Wake and Vance Counties, can apply for support from the John William Pope Foundation. Focused on human and social services, the foundation prioritizes programs addressing homelessness, hunger, health, job training, and related life-skills support for residents in these communities.
John William Pope Foundation
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 on economic, environmental, racial, or social justice can apply for recoverable grants from the Impact Fund, typically US $10,000 - US $50,000. North Carolina homelessness advocates using litigation to address systemic injustices affecting unhoused people may be eligible for support with out-of-pocket case expenses.
The Impact Fund
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek more than US $50,000 to tell impactful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work, including in North Carolina. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports projects like mental health, mentorship, outdoor access, and community education, which may benefit organizations serving people experiencing homelessness.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Poverty Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing poverty, family stability, or related hardships in North Carolina can apply for grants supporting direct services and relief efforts. Grants from Robinson Foundation help Southern-region charities with programs in poverty relief, homelessness-related services, children and families, disaster relief, medical assistance, veterans’ issues, and other humanitarian needs, excluding capital or facilities projects.
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 access funding through Insperity, which offers philanthropic grants and event sponsorships. Eligible organizations must either be Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work, and may include homelessness service providers in qualifying counties.
Insperity
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and eligible local government entities in North Carolina can seek support for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports programs that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability in these areas, which may include services benefiting people experiencing homelessness.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence in North Carolina can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants, if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Programs serving homeless or housing-insecure families and youth may be especially relevant.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for North Carolina Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in North Carolina can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental, human services, or related work. Focused on these areas, Lawrence Foundation invites applicants whose programs may include homelessness services within its stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental initiatives can apply for grants ranging from US $1,000 - US $20,000. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those offering homelessness services, when modest awards can make a significant difference.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on basic needs and community vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for funding that addresses hunger, shelter, supportive housing, and adult self-sufficiency. North Carolina homelessness service providers offering housing, food access, job readiness, or financial literacy programs may be especially competitive if they engage Ameriprise volunteers and demonstrate strong outcomes.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Social Service Grants in North Carolina
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on social services, health care, education, or related programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one-year projects, with most awards going to U.S.-based organizations; only one application per organization is accepted each grant year.
Dr Scholl Foundation
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency Veteran Housing Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
North Carolina nonprofits and local governments working on homelessness services can access funding for supportive housing through the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency. The SHDP-Veterans program finances acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of emergency, transitional, or permanent housing for veterans who are homeless or at imminent risk, serving households below 50% of area median income.
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency
Housing and Services Funding from Reisert Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Mar 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Carolina working on education, healthcare, or housing projects can apply for US $500 - US $15,000 to support one-year initiatives. The Raymond J and Mary C Reisert Foundation provides funding that may benefit homelessness services, including supportive housing and shelter programs in eligible eastern North Carolina counties.
Raymond J And Mary C Reisert Foundation Inc
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Homelessness Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing homelessness, hunger, poverty, and related services in North Carolina communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates can seek project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to improve quality of life for underserved people, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Homelessness
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in North Carolina working on youth housing, family services, or related community support can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs addressing homelessness through housing, basic needs, or supportive services for young people and families may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Supportive Housing Funding for Nonprofits from North Carolina Housing Finance Agency
Applications due May 7, 2027
Nonprofit organizations and local governments in North Carolina can apply for North Carolina Housing Finance Agency’s Supportive Housing Development Program-Integrated to finance acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of permanent rental housing for people with disabilities. Projects must serve households experiencing or at risk of homelessness earning below 50% of area median income, with rent and utilities capped at 30% of gross income.
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S., including those in North Carolina addressing homelessness, can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary cross-sector collaborations. This national competition honors six partnerships each year that measurably improve communities, demonstrate strong replication potential, and offer innovative approaches to significant social issues.
Mutual Of America Foundation