Auto Club Group Foundation Grants for North Carolina Education
K-12 school districts and education-focused nonprofits in North Carolina can seek funding for traffic safety, driver education, and financial literacy initiatives serving students. Focused on education, Auto Club Group Foundation invites eligible organizations within its 14-state footprint to apply for US $5,000 - US $15,000 to support programs, scholarships, and related needs.
The Auto Club Group Foundation
North Carolina Education Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
K-12 schools and education-focused 501(c)(3) partners in North Carolina can seek support for programs in economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. Focused on community development, US Bancorp Foundation invites organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color, to pursue collaborative, high-impact grants that may benefit school-age youth.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Grants for North Carolina Education
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, K-12 education, and health and human services can seek monetary program funding that serves communities where Costco operates. Focused on child- and family-centered services, the Costco Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply for grants that demonstrate clear community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Education Innovation
With a mission to support scalable social impact, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides North Carolina education-focused organizations with up to US $300,000 over three years in unrestricted funding or investment capital plus intensive capacity-building support. Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits serving underserved communities and ready to scale may be competitive applicants.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Duke Energy Foundation Support for K-12 Education
K-12 school districts and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in North Carolina can apply for Duke Energy Foundation’s Local Impact Grants; awards up to US $20,000 for education, workforce development, climate resiliency, and inclusion projects. Programs may include STEM and energy education, environmental projects, disaster preparedness, and initiatives expanding opportunity for underserved students and communities.
The Duke Energy Foundation
North Carolina Education Funding via Cisco Systems
Nonprofit and NGO education programs using technology to serve mostly economically underserved communities in North Carolina can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants support innovative, tech-enabled solutions in areas like K–12 educational access and equity, STEM education, and life skills training, with applications accepted year-round via LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Outdoor Learning Structures Funding from Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission
North Carolina K-12 schools and 501(c)(3) nonprofits can receive up to US $15,000 to build on-campus outdoor learning structures such as classrooms, greenhouses, and educational gardens. North Carolina education organizations can access funding through the North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission to expand outdoor education and recreation opportunities, with priority for underserved youth aged 4–18.
North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission
Youth Outdoor Education Grants in North Carolina
North Carolina K-12 schools and 501(c)(3) nonprofits can receive up to US $2,500 for outdoor on-campus visiting programs that provide hands-on environmental and outdoor education for youth. With a mission to expand outdoor learning, the North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission supports programs such as visits from aquariums, zoos, museums, gardening, and STEM organizations.
North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in North Carolina
K–12-focused cultural nonprofits in North Carolina offering arts, science, or STEAM education programs for young people can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation backs large, U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions such as museums, theaters, symphonies, and arts schools that demonstrate measurable, lasting impact and strong sustainability.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Education and Health Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations supporting health, education, or community programs can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants, including work in North Carolina. Funding may support K–12 STEM education, food pantries, meal programs, healthcare and patient services for underserved populations, or initiatives promoting healthy lifestyles through research and screening.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Education
North Carolina K-12 schools and education organizations can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation to support or scale projects improving outcomes for urban children in poverty. Eligible applicants must request more than US $50,000 for education-focused work and meet location, mission alignment, and organizational type criteria, including having a U.S. Federal Taxpayer Identification Number.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
North Carolina Systems Change Funding via Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation
Applications due Jul 30, 2026
North Carolina 501(c)(3) organizations, colleges, universities, religious entities, and government units can access funding for state-level systemic change efforts through the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, with awards from US $30,000 - US $100,000. K-12 education-focused groups working on public education policy and systems, not direct school services, may be eligible under its public education priority area.
Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation
Education and Services Grants for Nonprofits from North Carolina Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 4, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving K-12 students and school success, health, or basic human needs in eastern North Carolina can apply for competitive grants of US $25,000 - US $50,000. Grants from North Carolina Community Foundation’s Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment support education, health, and human services, with preferences for women, youth, the elderly, and southeastern North Carolina communities.
North Carolina Community Foundation Inc
Community Foundation Grants for North Carolina Education
Applications due Aug 28, 2026
With a mission to strengthen human services and education, The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina provides North Carolina K-12 and education-focused 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities with up to US $25,000 for programs in Western North Carolina. Eligible projects serve economically disadvantaged residents or advance early childhood, K-12, or adult education in listed mountain counties.
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Triangle Community Foundation Education Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Oct 7, 2026
Nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies supporting K–12 students’ unfinished academic learning in Chatham, Durham, Orange, or Wake counties can apply for Triangle Community Foundation’s Send A Kid To Camp grants. With a mission to build a stronger Triangle, the foundation provides North Carolina K–12 education programs with US $20,000 over two years for summer and school-year academic support.
Triangle Community Foundation
North Carolina Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
North Carolina K-12 schools and education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek community service grants or event sponsorships to support their programs and fundraising efforts. Insperity provides funding to organizations that engage its employees, are Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work, with applications reviewed once per year.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for North Carolina Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in North Carolina may be eligible for funding to support their programs. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible support that K-12 schools and education partners can leverage for related community and environmental initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Education and Community Grants for Schools from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
North Carolina K-12 schools and 501(c)(3) education-focused nonprofits near a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its facilities that strengthen local well-being and sustainability, including initiatives benefiting students and school communities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for North Carolina Education
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
K–12 schools and education-focused nonprofits in North Carolina can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support school programs, youth education, skills training, and related services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations where relatively small awards can significantly benefit students and community-based educational initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in North Carolina
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
North Carolina K-12 education organizations with 501(c)(3) status can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation to support projects in education and related community services, with awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Eligible nonprofits may also incorporate social service, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental components into their school-focused programs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
John William Pope Foundation Support for Higher Education
Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Higher education institutions and student development programs in the Carolinas, especially North Carolina’s Triangle, can apply for John William Pope Foundation grants of up to US $212,000 to support intellectually diverse, freedom-focused learning. K-12 schools or related organizations in North Carolina with initiatives that connect students to higher education or student development may be eligible.
John William Pope Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides North Carolina community-focused nonprofits with project, general operating, and capital support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations near O’Reilly Auto Parts locations working on economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible, including those partnering with or supporting K–12 school communities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
North Carolina Department of Commerce Grants for North Carolina Community Development
Pre proposal due Apr 16, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities and regional economies, North Carolina Department of Commerce provides North Carolina K-12 schools, local governments, colleges, tribes, and nonprofits with Appalachian Regional Commission funding. Eligible projects in designated western counties may receive up to US $1,000,000 for infrastructure, workforce development, business support, tourism, or community capacity-building initiatives, including efforts responding to Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for North Carolina Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving K–12 youth with education, youth development, housing, food security, or environmental programs in North Carolina can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000. Schools partnering with eligible nonprofits on academic enrichment, leadership, or hunger and housing initiatives may benefit.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
STEM Enrichment Grants for NC Nonprofits from Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Applications due Jun 10, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina offering hands-on, inquiry-based STEM programs for K-12 students can apply for Burroughs Wellcome Fund’s Student STEM Enrichment Program, with awards up to US $180,000 over three years. Grants from Burroughs Wellcome Fund help North Carolina K-12 education programs provide structured, out-of-school STEM enrichment, especially for underserved and rural students.
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Community Partnership Awards for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation's national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations addressing significant social issues. K-12 education initiatives that showcase exemplary cross-sector partnerships and measurable community impact may be especially competitive among U.S. applicants.
Mutual Of America Foundation