Applying for grants

The Cary Community Foundation (CCF) will accept grant applications from June 30, 2023, to NOON on Aug. 1, 2023. Funds are available for qualified charitable organizations that meet critical needs in the Cary community.

Grants typically range from $500 to $1,000.

How to apply

CCF is an affiliate of the North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF). Organizations must apply for grants using NCCF’s online application system.

  • Read the guidelines before you apply. Your application may not be considered if you fail to follow any of these guidelines.
  • If this is your first time applying, follow the instructions in Training Module I to create a profile. If your organization already has an account, use your information to log in.
  • Follow the instructions in Training Module II to add a grant application. Once registered, you can access more information about the application process.

About CCF’s grantmaking

Founded in 2006, the Cary Community Foundation is led by a local volunteer advisory board. Each year, CCF uses dollars from its endowment funds to make grants to nonprofits that meet critical needs in the Cary community.

The focus of the CCF is to help improve the lives of economically disadvantaged families and individuals residing in Cary. CCF seeks to fund organizations that support this population and preference will be given to organizations with annual budgets under $500,000.

In 2022 CCF awarded $4,500 in grants. Learn more about past grant recipients.

Questions?

Contact the central region program officer and read the community grantmaking guidelines.

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