Community & Capacity Grant Programs

Community & Capacity Grant Programs is sponsored by The Endowment. Offers grants to nonprofit and community-serving organizations in New Hanover County to fund projects, programs, or events.

2025 Community and Capacity Grants Program - New Hanover Community Endowment You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. The Endowment invests in initiatives that create lasting impact and enhance the quality of life in New Hanover County.

Guided by four focus areas: Social & Health Equity, Education, Community Development, and Community Safety, we support projects that drive meaningful, transformative change. We invest in organizations tackling the root causes of community challenges, supporting innovative and collaborative solutions that drive lasting impact.

The Endowment’s path forward is guided by a bold, long-term vision, one rooted in data, community input, and shared purpose. Looking to make a lasting impact? Apply for funding to support initiatives that align with our mission.

Review our priorities, ensure eligibility, and prepare a strong application that showcases your vision for meaningful change. By supporting a wide range of arts and cultural initiatives, the program fuels economic growth, enriches lives, and fosters opportunities for youth and residents of all ages to thrive. The Community Grants Program provides flexible funding to organizations working to strengthen New Hanover County.

Grant Writing Support Initiative Grant Writing Support Initiative Financial, Governance, and Reports Media and Brand Resources Financial, Governance, and Reports Media and Brand Resources Discover who we are and how we’re making an impact. Learn about our mission and values, meet our team, and join us in driving meaningful change. To strengthen the health, education, safety, and economic opportunity of every person in our community.

Financial, Governance and Reports The New Hanover Community Endowment (The Endowment) is committed to transparency and accountability by providing clear financial information, maintaining strict oversight of its operations, and publicly sharing tax returns and key financial results to demonstrate investment performance and payout policies, ensuring responsible stewardship and lasting community impact.

Board, STAFF, & Community Advisory Council (CAC) The Endowment’s Board of Directors, Staff, and Community Advisory Council bring a wealth of expertise, leadership, and dedication to community service. Their collective commitment helps ensure that we remain focused on creating sustainable, positive change throughout New Hanover County.

As opportunities become available, we welcome talented individuals who share our commitment to strengthening New Hanover County. Explore current openings and learn how you can help advance our mission and create lasting community impact.

MEDIA and Brand RESOURCES This section provides journalists, media professionals, and organizations with essential resources, including official logos, high-resolution photos, and key contacts for media inquiries and speaking engagements. 2025 Community and Capacity Grants Program May 3, 2026 | The Endowment This report provides an overview of The 2025 Community and Capacity Grants Program.

As The Endowment’s inaugural small grants program, the 2025 funding cycle provided small, flexible grants to support both programmatic needs and organizational capacity across New Hanover County’s nonprofit ecosystem. This report presents a generalized analysis of impact, overarching outcomes, and cross-cutting themes.

Its purpose is to capture the collective impact of these investments and provide an understanding of how funding contributed to strengthening programs, organizations, and the community. " * " indicates required fields Just type and press 'enter'