Nonprofit Resources

The City is actively seeking to partner with nonprofit organizations to help meet the most pressing needs in our community. Nonprofits play a vital role in delivering services that directly impact residents, and these partnerships give the City the flexibility to reach more people in more meaningful ways. If your organization is interested in partnering with the City, the steps to begin that process are outlined below.

How to Partner With the City of Fayetteville

Step 1: Attend the Annual Stakeholders Meeting
Held each year in November, this meeting provides an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to help guide the creation of the Notice of Funding Availability and help set funding priorities.

Step 2: Review the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Carefully read the NOFA and determine which grant opportunity best aligns with your organization's mission and programs. 

Step 3: Submit an Application
Apply for the City's Nonprofit Grant Program when the application opens in November. Be sure to follow all instructions and deadlines outlined in the NOFA.

Step 4: Execute a Contract (If Selected)
Organizations selected for funding will enter into a formal agreement with the City detailing program requirements, reporting, and reimbursement procedures.

Step 5: Deliver Services and Submit Reports
Carry out your funded activities, track performance outcomes, and submit timely reports and reimbursement requests in accordance with your contract.

The City of Fayetteville proudly partners with local nonprofits to strengthen and uplift our community by offering annual grant opportunities. These grants, which include federal and local funding sources such as CDBG, ESG, HOME, Opioid Settlement Funding, and HOPWA, help expand access to housing, health, education, and more.

Each program year (July to June) focuses on priority issues identified by the Economic & Community Development (ECD) Department and City Council. Recent priorities include homelessness, mental health, gun violence interruption, and youth development.

ECD manages these funds through a grant cycle running from November to January. Staying informed about application deadlines and requirements is the first step toward securing funding and making a meaningful difference.

We encourage organizations working in these key areas to apply and join us in building a stronger Fayetteville.

Fayetteville awards over $1.6 million to community nonprofits

The city's Economic and Community Development Department (ECD) has awarded $1,683,509 in competitive grants to local nonprofits as part of its 2025–26 Annual Funding Cycle. 

Each program year, starting in July and ending in June, focuses on priorities identified by ECD and city council. Recent priorities included homelessness, mental health, gun violence interruption and youth development. 

“At the heart of each annual funding cycle is our belief in the strength of our community,” said Economic and Community Development Director Chris Cauley. “The city receives federal dollars, but it’s ECD’s privilege to invest them where they matter most, and that’s into organizations that help Fayetteville grow stronger, safer and more resilient.” 

By investing in community partners, the city can maximize the impact of public funding and ensure that vital resources reach those who need them most. 

This year’s awards will fund programs that address critical needs, including youth mentoring, homelessness prevention and opioid response. 

Youth Development and Mentoring 

• Greater Life of Fayetteville, $15,000 
• The Two-Six Project, $10,000 
• ROOTS Mentoring, $10,000 
• Jai6 Youth Foundation, $10,000 

Homelessness Prevention and Intervention 

• Marius Maximus Foundation for Mental Health, $10,000 
• Combined Unified Services, $10,000 
• Legal Aid of North Carolina, $25,000 
• Connections of Cumberland County, $68,000 
• Myrover-Reese Fellowship Homes, Street Outreach, $98,924 
• Fayetteville Urban Ministry, $103,721 
• Carolina Collaborative Community Care, Rapid Re-Housing, $115,000 

Access to Essential Health Services and Opioid-Related Services 

• Better Health of Cumberland County, $20,000 
• North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition, $104,000 
• Myrover-Reese Fellowship Homes, $201,500 

Emergency Home Repair Program 

• Fayetteville Urban Ministry, $ 441,182 
• Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity, $ 441,182 

Grant application cycles run from November to January.  

These investments are made possible through federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other federal programs. 

Other Community Partners 

• Job Skills Training Assistance with Fayetteville Technical Community College
• Job Skills Training and Self-Sufficiency with Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority
• Warrior Bridge Employment Services with Service Source
• Employment Services for Veterans with Veterans Bridge Home
• Re-entry services through the Fayetteville-Cumberland Reentry Council through a community partnership with the Mid-Carolina Regional Council

The City of Fayetteville provides capacity-building support to help local nonprofits meet federal grant requirements, improve service delivery, and expand their impact in the community. Strengthening nonprofit partners ensures federal funds are used effectively, compliantly, and equitably.

Key Objectives of Nonprofit Capacity Building

• Ensure Compliance with Federal Regulations
  Support organizations in understanding and meeting requirements related to procurement, financial reporting, income eligibility, and allowable expenses.
• Strengthen Financial and Administrative Systems
  Help nonprofits build internal controls, tracking systems, and documentation practices that meet HUD and other federal standards.
• Improve Program Design and Performance Measurement
  Guide organizations in aligning services with eligible activities, setting measurable goals, and collecting data to demonstrate outcomes.
• Increase Program Impact
  Help nonprofits deliver services more effectively, track results, and respond to evolving community needs.
• Enhance Organizational Readiness and Grant Management
  Prepare nonprofits to manage federal funds responsibly, including budgeting, reimbursement procedures, and monitoring readiness.
• Promote Equity and Expand Service Access
  Assist organizations in reaching underserved populations and ensuring services are accessible, culturally competent, and consistent with federal priorities.

501c3 Registration

To be eligible for most City grant programs, nonprofit organizations must be registered as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity with the IRS. This status confirms that the organization operates for charitable purposes and is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations. Proof of 501(c)(3) registration is typically required during the application process.

Visit the following links to find resources for starting a charity or nonprofit:

• IRS: Charities and Nonprofits
• North Carolina Nonprofit Forms
• United Way of Cumberland County
• NC Nonprofits

The primary purpose of opioid settlement funds is to mitigate the damage caused by the opioid epidemic and support communities in addressing the ongoing crisis. The NC Department of Justice helped negotiate more than $50 billion in national settlements and bankruptcy resolutions with opioid companies. The agreements resolve litigation over the role of companies in creating and fueling the opioid overdose epidemic, and they require significant industry changes that will help prevent this type of crisis from ever happening again. The North Carolina Memorandum of Agreement (NC MOA) between the State and local governments directs how opioid settlement funds are distributed, used, and reported in our state. For more information, visit CORE-NC.

The City of Fayetteville makes opioid settlement funding available to qualified nonprofits during its yearly nonprofit grant application cycle, which typically runs November through January annually. The City is currently partnering with North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition and Myrover-Reese Fellowship Homes.