Costco Foundation Grants for North Carolina Programs
Focused on children, education, and health and human services, 501(c)(3) nonprofits in North Carolina can seek monetary support from Costco Foundation. Organizations serving children, including those with disabilities or mental health needs, and providing human and social services may be eligible, including groups advancing social justice and human rights in their communities.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing innovative human and social services programs, including those advancing social justice and human rights in North Carolina, may be eligible for this grant. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving organizations test new approaches to persistent or emerging social problems after holding 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Social Impact
With a mission to support innovative social impact, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides early-stage social enterprises in North Carolina and globally with up to US $300,000 over three years in capital and intensive capacity-building. Eligible independent nonprofits and impact-first for-profits must serve underserved communities and offer scalable, systems-focused solutions that can reach at least 10,000 people.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
North Carolina Economic Empowerment Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in North Carolina can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Eligible organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on innovative, early-stage solutions that improve reach and efficiency of services, which may include social justice and human rights efforts.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Funding from State Farm
Focused on safety, education, and community development, State Farm Companies Foundation invites U.S. educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies to seek support for eligible initiatives. North Carolina organizations working on disaster preparedness, community revitalization, financial literacy, STEM, or related programs may be eligible for these Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Harris and Frances Block Support for Justice
Nonprofit, tax-exempt grassroots organizations working on environmental justice, food justice, or related social and environmental issues in North Carolina can seek project support; awards are up to US $35,000. With a mission to pursue equitable solutions, Harris and Frances Block Foundation prioritizes small and emerging groups building just, sustainable communities.
Harris and Frances Block Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support programs like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and preventive health initiatives. North Carolina groups focused on social justice and human rights through improved health access or education may be eligible.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
North Carolina organizations supporting education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other entities requesting more than US $50,000 and working within the foundation’s U.S. focus areas.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Grants for Charities from Roche
North Carolina charities managing humanitarian, educational, community, or arts projects can access funding through Roche for innovative, high-quality initiatives. Accredited charities with programs in areas like social development, youth education, disaster response, or contemporary arts may be eligible when projects engage Roche expertise, local partners, and employees and operate within a country where a Roche affiliate is present.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support, including groups serving marginalized communities in North Carolina and worldwide. Semnani Family Foundation provides global social and human services organizations with flexible funding that prioritizes vulnerable populations, including women, children, and people facing violence, hunger, or limited healthcare access.
Semnani Family Foundation
Grassroots Justice Funding for Rural Organizers via Southern Partners Fund
Rural, grassroots community groups in North Carolina and the broader Southeast using community organizing for social, economic, or environmental justice can apply for Southern Partners Fund’s Discretionary Fund, with awards up to US $3,500. Grants support organizing projects, capacity-building and technical assistance, travel for conferences, and voter engagement, especially around education reform and immigration rights.
Southern Partners Fund
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, or related initiatives can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. Grants support efforts such as preserving neighborhoods, addressing hunger and emergency shelter, arts and culture, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit social justice and human rights work.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
North Carolina Social Justice Funding via Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation
Applications due Jul 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, colleges, universities, religious entities, and government units in North Carolina can access funding through the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation for state-level systemic change work. Grants of US $30,000 - US $100,000 support efforts in social and economic justice, education equity, environmental justice, and strengthening democracy, especially for historically marginalized communities.
Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation
North Carolina Social Justice Funding via Bydale Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina working on social justice, human rights, women’s rights, grassroots advocacy, or related issues can apply for Bydale Foundation’s Bydale Foundation Grant. This funding also supports environmental and performing arts programs, and may benefit North Carolina groups with broader advocacy or environmental initiatives within the foundation’s stated interests.
Bydale Foundation
Social Justice Program Funding for Congregations from Synod of the Mid-Atlantic
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Congregations and church-related groups developing racially inclusive education, evangelism, or social justice programs in North Carolina may be eligible for this Visionary Fund. With a mission to support creative, priority-driven ministry, Synod of the Mid-Atlantic provides funding to launch or expand innovative initiatives that advance its educational, evangelistic, and justice-focused goals.
Synod of the Mid-Atlantic
Impact Litigation Funding for Justice Organizations via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Nonprofit legal organizations, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation on economic, environmental, racial, or social justice can apply for recoverable grants of US $10,000 - US $50,000 to cover out-of-pocket litigation costs. North Carolina social justice and human rights cases benefiting communities facing systemic oppression may be especially strong candidates for Impact Fund support.
The Impact Fund
Alliance for Full Acceptance Support for LGBTQ+ Youth
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
North Carolina social justice nonprofits serving LGBTQ+ youth can access funding through the Alliance for Full Acceptance to support programming, organization building, and youth-focused services. Grants of US $500 - US $4,000 are available to 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored groups based in North Carolina, South Carolina, or Georgia working for long-term, intersectional social change.
Alliance for Full Acceptance
Third Wave Fund Gender Justice Grants in North Carolina
Applications due Sep 9, 2026
Youth-led gender justice groups in North Carolina working on rapid response organizing, mutual aid, healing justice, legal or bail fees, or direct actions can seek support through the Mobilize Power Fund. With a mission to back youth gender justice activism, Third Wave Fund provides up to US $20,000 for urgent, unanticipated movement needs across the U.S. and territories.
Third Wave 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’s Storytelling Grant supports wildlife conservation and other pillar-area programs that may advance social justice and human rights outcomes.
Jesse W Couch Charitable 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, with one request allowed per year. Insperity provides financial, volunteer, or in-kind assistance to organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities, which may benefit groups advancing social justice and human rights locally.
Insperity
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants. North Carolina groups advancing social justice and human rights for vulnerable families and children may be eligible if they meet the mission, distance, and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in North Carolina seeking US $1,000 - US $20,000 for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental initiatives may be eligible for this national grant opportunity. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations whose social justice or human rights work fits within these community-based priorities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in North Carolina
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project funding for education, health care, social services, civic, cultural, environmental, or community programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of support rather than general operating or debt relief.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and families with education, housing, hunger relief, or environmental programs in North Carolina can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community projects. Social justice and human rights initiatives that fit these categories may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Southern Partners Fund Justice Grants in North Carolina
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations in North Carolina using grassroots organizing for social, economic, or environmental justice can seek general or project support through this grant cycle. Grants from Southern Partners Fund help small-budget groups build leadership, strengthen rural communities, and advance justice-focused campaigns rather than direct services or capital projects.
Southern Partners Fund
Collaborative Community Partnership Awards from Mutual of America
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize impactful collaborative work. North Carolina groups advancing social justice or human rights through cross-sector partnerships may be especially competitive, with multiple awards honoring measurable, scalable social impact in their communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation