Community safety grants are now available

Published on July 21, 2025

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - The city’s Economic and Community Development Department in partnership with the newly established Office of Community Safety began accepting applications for the Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grant program on July 16. The micro-grants are designed to support and strengthen community-led initiatives focused on crime prevention and neighborhood safety in Fayetteville.

This program is part of a broader citywide strategy to reduce crime through targeted, innovative, and community-driven efforts.

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.

With the launch of the Office of Community Safety, a fourth tier has been added, offering grants of up to $10,000 to experienced nonprofit organizations or agencies with tier three experience or have demonstrated capacity with federal or city funding.

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

For tier four, priority will be given to programs and applications that incorporate:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Workforce development initiatives
Workshops involving trades professionals and business owners
Activations and collaborations with community-based organizations and city of Fayetteville departments

Grant applications are available at FayettevilleNC.gov/Microgrant. Applications must be completed and submitted by July 28.

Successful applicants will demonstrate inclusivity, collaboration, innovation and effective use of existing resources. 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 for upward mobility. Proposals should also reflect an understanding of implicit bias and a commitment to promoting diversity.

The micro-grant program targets crime reduction in all city areas.

A pre-application workshop is strongly encouraged for all potential applicants. The workshop will cover specifics of the application software, review the grant cycle timeline, and answer any questions about the grant. Workshops will be held virtually, and registration is required. Please refer to the micro-grant website at FayettevilleNC.gov/Microgrant to register.

The pre-application workshop dates are:

July 23 – 6:30 p.m.
July 25– 6:30 p.m.

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