Guilford County is now accepting applications for funding to support local non-profits that provide a wide variety of services to county residents.
Donor Name: Guilford County
State: North Carolina
County: Guilford County (NC)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2023
Size of the Grant: up to $100,000
Details:
Funding aims to support Community-Based Organizations and Economic Development Organizations seeking to improve the quality of life for Guilford County residents.
Each year, Guilford County dedicates county funds to support 501(c) organizations providing human services and economic development programs.
Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, youth and community development, education, arts, culture, improving business prospects, and job creation. Guilford County estimates as much as $1.6 million will be available for Community Based Funding in FY 2024, however the total amount is subject to change based on funding availability.
Funding Information
Funding awards of up to $100,000 will be distributed upfront, and organizations receiving funds must submit quarterly reports documenting how the dollars are spent. Funding awards of more than $100,000 will be eligible to receive $100,000 upfront with the remaining funds distributed quarterly. Awardees receiving more than $100,000 must submit quarterly reports documenting the funding expenditures and must provide an external audit.
Eligibility Criteria
- Community non-profits seeking to improve the quality of life for Guilford County residents are strongly encouraged to complete application.
- A local non-profit organization intending to use funds primarily for economic development purposes can complete the same application. Applications primarily focused on economic development activities will be separated from community-based organizations to align with North Carolina statute (G.S. 158-7.1). Under state law, economic development applicants must complete a separate process that includes a public hearing.
For more information, visit Guilford County.
