The Shore Community Grant invests in nonprofit-led initiatives that create lasting impact in Yadkin County.
Donor Name: Shallow Ford Foundation
State: North Carolina
County: Yadkin County (NC)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/09/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Grants support programs or projects that address unmet community needs, strengthen organizational capacity, and foster a deeper sense of community. Proposals should outline a clear path to long-term sustainability by demonstrating how the initiative will attract or leverage additional resources over time. Funding is available for new efforts as well as the expansion or continuation of existing programs that have shown meaningful results. Collaborative proposals involving multiple nonprofit organizations are encouraged to maximize community impact.
Focus Areas
- Animal Welfare
- Arts and Culture (that contribute to a vibrant community)
- Community Development and Engagement
- Economic Security and Opportunities
- Health and Wellness
- Human Services and Basic Needs
- Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Stewardship
- Workforce Development and Entrepreneurial Cultivation.
Funding Information
Up to $12,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicant organizations must:
- Be an IRS-registered organization with a letter determination as tax-exempt 501(c)(3) (excluding 509(a)private foundations) or be a governmental or quasi-governmental agency.
- Have been in existence for at least three years (based on date of IRS determination letter) and have achieved a record of effective service and sustainability.
- Have a current Charitable Solicitation License from the Secretary of State.
Ineligibility Criteria
Grants will not be awarded for:
- Fundraising events, sponsorships, memberships, advertising or promotional products
- Capital campaigns, endowment, or annual campaigns
- Activities that do not demonstrate measurable, sustainable outcomes
- Clubs, sports teams, student travel, or other services limited to a select membership
- Cemeteries
- Political or lobbying activities prohibited by the IRS
- Organizations that grant out funds to other non-profits
- Public agencies for mandated or otherwise government-funded services
- Individual grants or awards.
For more information, visit Shallow Ford Foundation.
