IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST
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IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in North Carolina, with additional support for projects in Washington, DC, and Michigan. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Imagine North Carolina First initiates, cultivates, and funds strategic efforts to promote economic opportunity, quality of life, government accountability, and civic participation among under served communities in NC. Its primary mission is to foster an economy and democracy that works for all NC Citizens.
Cause Areas
1
Economics
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NORTH CAROLINA CITIZENS FOR PROTECTING OUR SCHOOL
$4.4M
14%
PROGRESS NORTH CAROLINA
$3.8M
12%
N C A PHILIP RANDOLPH INSTITUTE INC
$3.4M
11%
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Total No. of Grants
31
Median 1st year grant
$150K
Median 2nd year grant
$150K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST?
No. IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST give?
IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, District Of Columbia, and Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST make each year?
In 2024, IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $16.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST fund recently?
In 2024, IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH CAROLINA CITIZENS FOR PROTECTING OUR SCHOOL, PROGRESS NORTH CAROLINA, and N C A PHILIP RANDOLPH INSTITUTE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST?
IMAGINE NORTH CAROLINA FIRST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.