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Stronger Organizations – General Operating Support is sponsored by Dogwood Health Trust. This grant opportunity provides flexible, multi-year support to help strategically aligned organizations maintain core operations, respond to community needs, and prepare for the future. For the 2026 cycle, there is a specific focus on supporting infrastructure and stability as nonprofits continue to recover and rebuild in a post-Hurricane Helene environment. Funds can be used for general operations, advocacy, policy efforts, program expansion, or other identified organizational priorities.
Geographic focus: 18 counties of Western North Carolina and the Qualla Boundary
Focus areas: Housing, Education, Economic Opportunity, Health & Wellness, Disaster Recovery
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities with annual operating budgets of at least $200,000 that serve the Qualla Boundary and/or the 18 counties of Western North Carolina. Organizations must be strategically aligned with Dogwood's priority areas and Dogwood will not fund more than 25% of an organization's total annual operating budget. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000 - $350,000 per year for up to two years Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is February 17, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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