WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Nonprofit organizations and government agencies across eastern North Carolina, including those in Wayne County, will soon have an opportunity to compete for grant funding aimed at improving education, health, and human services throughout the region.
The North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF) announced that applications for grants from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment will open on July 3, with a total of $500,000 available during the 2026 funding cycle.
Individual grant awards will range from $25,000 to $50,000 for eligible organizations serving one or more of the 41 participating eastern North Carolina counties, including Wayne, Duplin, Greene, Johnston, Lenoir, Sampson, Wilson, and others.
“Mrs. Burevitch’s love of eastern North Carolina has resulted in a lasting support for communities,” said Jennifer Tolle Whiteside, president and CEO of the North Carolina Community Foundation. “We encourage organizations supporting education, health or human services in the region to apply.”
Now in its ninth annual competitive grant cycle, the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment continues its mission of investing in programs that strengthen communities. Beginning this year, local, state, and federal government entities located within the 41 eligible counties may also submit applications, expanding access to the funding beyond nonprofit organizations.
Eligible proposals must focus on education, health, or human services. Preference will be given to projects that benefit women, children and youth, older adults, or programs serving southeastern North Carolina.
Applications will be accepted from July 3 through noon on Aug. 4. Late applications will not be considered.
Since the endowment was established in 2015, nearly $11 million has been awarded through competitive grants and designated charitable gifts, supporting organizations across eastern North Carolina.
The endowment honors the legacy of Louise Oriole Burevitch, affectionately known as “Mrs. B.” A Wilmington native, Burevitch was widely recognized for her generosity and commitment to improving the lives of people and animals throughout southeastern North Carolina. Following her death in 2014, her estate established a lasting philanthropic legacy that continues to benefit communities across the region.
Organizations interested in applying can review eligibility requirements and submit applications through the North Carolina Community Foundation’s online Grant Application Portal beginning July 3.
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