NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER
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The North Carolina Biotechnology Center is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in North Carolina, with additional support to organizations in New York and California. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE LONG-TERM ECONOMIC AND SOCIETAL BENEFITS TO NORTH CAROLINA THROUGH SUPPORT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH, BUSINESS, EDUCATION AND STRATEGIC POLICY STATEWIDE.
Cause Areas
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Biology
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DUKE UNIVERSITY
$8.3M
19%
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
$8M
18%
MARINE BIO-TECHNOLOGIES CENTER OF INNOVATION (MBCOI)
$1.4M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
41
Median 1st year grant
$54K
Median 2nd year grant
$76.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER?
No. NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER give?
NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, New York, and California. 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 NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $54 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER make each year?
In 2024, NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $4.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER fund recently?
In 2024, NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DUKE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL, and MARINE BIO-TECHNOLOGIES CENTER OF INNOVATION (MBCOI). More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER?
NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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