Community grants pre-application workshops set; Portal opens Jan. 12

Published on January 09, 2026

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Community members, grassroots groups and nonprofits interested in applying for the Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grants are encouraged to register for two upcoming virtual workshops hosted by the city’s Economic and Community Development Department (ECD).

Upcoming workshops being offered will cover specifics of the application software, review the grant cycle timeline and provide answers to any questions about the micro-grant process. The first workshop is scheduled for Jan. 12 and the second workshop will take place on Jan. 14. Both online sessions start at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Interested participants can complete the interest form under the “What’s Happening?” tab at FayettevilleNC.gov/ECD.

The Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grants are designed to support and strengthen community-led initiatives focused on crime prevention and neighborhood safety in Fayetteville.

The Economic and Community Development Department in partnership with the Office of Community Safety will begin accepting applications for the Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grant program on Jan. 12 until Jan. 31.

Submissions should address key priorities such as conflict resolution and mediation, community crime prevention, expanded opportunities for youth, families and parents, family stability, and supporting upward mobility.

As part of Cycle Eight, special consideration will be given to those programs that focus on community-led safe space activations. A safe space activation is a temporary, community-centered investment that makes existing spaces more welcoming, usable and trauma-informed. These activations encourage positive presence and connection, remove physical, emotional, cultural and social barriers to participation, and rely on intentional use rather than capital-heavy construction. Designed to increase community safety, expand youth and family engagement, strengthen community connections and promote healing and trust, safe space activations help foster stronger, more connected neighborhoods.

All proposals must demonstrate measurable outcomes, identify partnerships and include a sustainability plan that details long-term activities and solutions.

These grants are not limited to non-profit organizations. The program is intended to include individuals or grassroots groups seeking ways to make a difference in their neighborhoods.

More information can be found at FayettevilleNC.gov/Microgrant.

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