THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC
ASHEVILLE, NC, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
56-1223384
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
ASHEVILLE, NC, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
56-1223384
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Western North Carolina. In 2024, it awarded a total of $17.7 million across 778 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Engagement with this funder is strictly relationship-based and by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PLEASE REFER TO SCHEDULE O FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION STATEMENT.THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IS A PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO RAISING CHARITABLE CAPITAL FOR THE BENEFIT OF ITS 18-COUNTY REGION, AND STRATEGICALLY ALLOCATING RESOURCES TO ADDRESS PRESSING NEEDS.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC
$1.7M
2%
PISGAH LEGAL SERVICES
$1.5M
2%
FOOTHILLS CONSERVANCY OF NORTH CAROLINA INC
$1.4M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
514
Median 1st year grant
$12.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC awarded about 510 grants, totaling nearly $17.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC awarded grants to about 780 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC, PISGAH LEGAL SERVICES, and FOOTHILLS CONSERVANCY OF NORTH CAROLINA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.