Applying for grants

The Rockingham County Community Foundation (RCCF) will accept grant applications from July 7, 2023, to NOON on Aug. 8, 2023. Funds are available for qualified charitable organizations serving the local community.

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

How to apply

RCCF 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 RCCF’s grantmaking

Founded in 1995, the Rockingham County Community Foundation is led by a local volunteer advisory board. Each year, RCCF uses dollars from its endowment funds to make grants to nonprofits that help the local community.

Grants will be awared from the following funds:

  • Rockingham County Unrestricted Endowment Fund which responds to changing community needs and to enhance the quality of community life within the county.
  • Apple Foundation Endowment for Rockingham County, with preference for nonprofits serving western Rockingham County.

In 2022 RCCF awarded more than $8,000 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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