The Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) is now accepting applications for the Moore County Small Business Impact Grant Program, funded by a $25,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation.
Donor Name: Moore County Economic Development Partnership
State: North Carolina
County: Moore County (NC)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/27/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Moore County Small Business Impact Grant serves all eligible businesses located within Moore County. To strengthen economic opportunity and support diverse business growth, 60% of grant funds are prioritized for businesses in the more underserved markets within the County, or communities with limited commercial activity and fewer business options for residents. These are often smaller towns and rural areas that would benefit from additional business investment and expanded access to goods and services. These communities include Robbins, Vass, Pine bluff, Cameron, Carthage, and Taylor town. Additionally, businesses that are minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran owned (including service disabled veterans) may receive bonus points during the application review process.
Funding Information
Funds will be disbursed in amounts from $500 – $5,000, in increments of $500.
Eligible Expenses
Grant funds may be used for:
- Interior Improvements & Fixtures – Enhancements to physical space that improve customer experience or improve operational efficiency.
- Storefront Beautification & Exterior Renovations – Enhancements to building appearance including exterior paint, awnings, signage, or lighting.
- Equipment Purchases – Commercial equipment such as kitchen appliances, retail displays, or furniture.
- Technology Upgrades – POS systems, computers, software, cybersecurity tools.
- Strategic Inventory Purchases – Inventory for expansion, new product lines, or seasonal demand.
- Marketing & Advertising Materials – Branding assets, print ads, digital marketing campaigns.
- Website Development & E-Commerce – Website design, hosting, and online sales functionality.
- Health & Safety Upgrades – Improvements for workplace safety and compliance.
- Accessibility Improvements – ADA-compliant modifications for customers and employees.
- Workforce Development Initiatives – Programs supporting workforce needs (e.g., recruiter collaboration, job listing fees, training tuition)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have a current storefront presence located in Moore County that is open and operating
- Limited to retail, restaurant, or service-based businesses
- Maximum of 50 total (part-time & full-time) employees total
- Locally owned and independently operated.
For more information, visit MCEDP.
