100 North Carolina Grants for Preschools and Early Childhood

100 Preschool Grants for North Carolina

Discover grants for preschools, kindergarten, and Pre-K programs. Funding is also available for childcare centers, daycare programs, and family care providers. These grants support early childhood education, child development, curriculum enrichment, and school readiness.

Early childhood funders often prioritize different things - some focus on curriculum and school readiness, others on facility improvements or family support services - so filtering by recipient type and funding source above helps match your program to the right fit. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for early-childhood funders and application deadlines.

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Grants to USA Agencies, School Districts, and Tribes to Enhance Security in Schools

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to USA and territories state and local governments, school systems and districts, Tribes, and public agencies to enhance security in K-12 schools and on school premises. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183989
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support general operations and programming within the focus areas of education, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 186437
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes to Improve the Education of Underserved Children

Deadline: 08/06/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and tribal governments for programs to improve the education of children in underserved communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is t...

GrantWatch ID#: 204428

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Libraries to Purchase Books for Mobile Libraries

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to purchase books for mobile lending libraries serving disadvantaged youth. Funding may be used to buy fiction or non-fiction books geared for children and youth f...

GrantWatch ID#: 180779

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Educational and Community-Based Programs

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas for programs and projects that benefit the community. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in communities where the funding source's employees live and work. S...

GrantWatch ID#: 187587

Grants to USA Educators and School Staff for Classroom Supplies

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of $750 to USA educators and school staff for classroom supplies. Funding is intended to help K-12 school employees purchase classroom supplies to meet the needs of their students. Applicants may participate in a program that honors their contributions and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230655

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Women and Children in El...

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, schools, and fire and rescue departments to address the needs of women and children in eligible locations. Priority funding is intended to improve access to high-quality early c...

GrantWatch ID#: 187907

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Libraries to Support Arts Programs

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, libraries, and schools in eligible regions for arts programming and operating expenses. Funding priorities include supporting local arts organizations, arts education programs, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147849

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the areas of animal welfare, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 161983

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Counties to Respond to ...

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, local units of government, public schools, fire and rescue departments, and faith-based entities to address the needs of local communities in eligible counties. Priority will be given to proposals focusing on ment...

GrantWatch ID#: 186241

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and educational institutions to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of health, workforce development, education (i...

GrantWatch ID#: 146371

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Underserved Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and governmental entities to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and projects related to education and human services. Grants will assist organizations that are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169078

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Arts Projects and Programming

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit agencies and organizations for arts projects and activities. Funding is intended to plan and conduct programs in the fine and performing arts, which include the visual arts, architecture and the visual environment, traditional or...

GrantWatch ID#: 223462

Grants to USA Schools, Volunteers, and Educators for Physical Education and Fitness Activities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators for activities to improve physical fitness and education for students. Funding is intended for trips to eligible roller skating rinks for physical education classes, educational STEM (K-12) field tri...

GrantWatch ID#: 177355

Sponsorships to USA, Canada, and International Competition Teams and Schools for Robotics and ...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Sponsorships to USA, Canada, and International competition teams and schools for robotics and engineering competition events. Funding may be used for expenses related to SAE and FIRST competitions. The purpose of the program is to support competition teams that hi...

GrantWatch ID#: 209642

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Address Critical Community Needs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to meet community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address social determinants, such as housing and homelessness, food security and nutrition, aging, early childhood, K-12 education, healthcare, e...

GrantWatch ID#: 222659

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Travel Nonprofits for Global Community Enhancement

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International travel-related nonprofit organizations for projects to strengthen communities throughout the world. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of technology, education, and business development. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 229954

Grants to North Carolina Teachers for School Trips to Local Aquariums

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to North Carolina teachers at Title I schools for field trips to eligible aquariums. Funding is intended to promote science, technology, engineering, and math-based aquarium education programs for underserved students across the state. Applications should d...

GrantWatch ID#: 200674

Grants to USA, Canada, and International K-12 Teachers to Enhance English Language Education

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grant of up to $1,000 to a USA, Canada, or International K-12 English language arts teacher to support research projects that enhance the quality of education in the field. Proposals must address a specific question or problem to be studied and provide a clear tim...

GrantWatch ID#: 160645

Grants to North Carolina Teachers to Enhance Student Learning

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to North Carolina educators for innovative and creative projects that enhance the learning experience for students. Funding is intended to assist K-12 teachers in subjects including but not limited to reading, art, math, science, music, history, technology,...

GrantWatch ID#: 171966

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Initiatives to Benefit Communities in Eligible...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and projects that benefit eligible local communities. Funding is intended for the focus areas of education, environment, medical care and research, assistance to the poor, and a...

GrantWatch ID#: 174635

Grants to North Carolina Teachers for Education-Based Technology

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to North Carolina educators in K-12 public schools and community colleges in eligible counties for education-based technology. Funding is intended to enhance learning by covering the cost of technology such as software, computers, tablets, C...

GrantWatch ID#: 185923

Grants to USA School and IHE Educators for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA school and IHE qualifying teachers, instructional support personnel, education support professionals, and groups of educators for professional development activities. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 189519

Grants to USA Educators for Projects that Enhance the Learning Experience for Students

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA qualifying educators, instructional support personnel, and education support professionals at public schools and IHEs to enhance the learning experience for students. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 189520
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Grants to USA School Administrators and Teachers in Multiple States for STEM Programs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia public and private school administrators and K-12 teachers in eligible counties for STEM programs. Focus areas include energy, the environment, career and economic developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 198757

Grants to USA K-12 Educators to Support Their Work in the Classroom

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA K-12 educators to support their work in the classroom. Applicants must submit an original worksheet they have created to facilitate specific goals in their classrooms. In addition to a cash grant, winners will also receive membership to an innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 220540

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Public K-12 Schools and Nonprofits for Theater Resources

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Puerto Rico public K-12 schools, teachers, and nonprofit parent groups for theater program resources. Funding is intended to help under-resourced schools purchase equipment, instruments, costumes, and other materials that strengt...

GrantWatch ID#: 231682

Grants to North Carolina Public Schools for Experiential Education Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Carolina public schools in eligible counties to provide students with creative, hands-on learning opportunities. Funding is intended to inspire students to be enthusiastic about learning and to remain in the school setting, ultimate...

GrantWatch ID#: 172605

Grants to USA Nonprofits and K-12 Schools to Purchase Instruments for Children's Music Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools to equip music programs with musical instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. The purpose of this program is to give children nationwide th...

GrantWatch ID#: 178727

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives that Promote Jewish Values through Education, Science...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that promote and advance Jewish values through science, arts, and education. Applicants must complete an online eligibility quiz before being invited to apply. Proposals will be evaluated based on quality, potenti...

GrantWatch ID#: 180251

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Projects Related to Children's Welfare and Parenting

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research projects on topics related to children's welfare and parenting. Funding is intended for original projects that have the potential to benefit infants and children. Focus areas include parenting practices and educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 181620

Grants to USA and Canada K-12 Teachers for Educational Classroom Materials Science Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada K-12 teachers for educational classroom projects. Funding is intended to support the development and implementation of creative projects and lessons related to materials science. Eligible activities are hands-on, curriculum-based, and invo...

GrantWatch ID#: 188792

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Address Critical Needs in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address critical needs in eligible communities. Funding is intended for health and wellness, hunger, education, and disaster relief programs. Requests may also be made in the areas of environmental causes, critical communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 134598

Grants to USA K-5 Public and Private School Teachers for Creative Educational Programming

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA K-5 teachers at public and nonprofit private schools for creative educational programming. Funding is intended to increase student success rates in science, technology, engineering, and math by introducing original project-based learn...

GrantWatch ID#: 169676

Grants to USA Educators for Books, Art Supplies, Software, and Equipment to Enhance Learning

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for projects and materials to enhance classroom learning. Funding is intended for a wide range of classroom materials, including but not limited to, books, calculators, math manipulatives, lab materials, software, art supplies...

GrantWatch ID#: 174880

Grants to USA Nonprofits, School Districts, and Schools for Projects and Programs to Benefit C...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, school districts, and schools for projects and programs to benefit children. Funding is intended to support initiatives that have a wide range and directly benefit children up to sixth grade. Grants must clearly support ident...

GrantWatch ID#: 227562

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Schools in Multiple States for Programs to Benefit Children

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, California, and Georgia nonprofit and education organizations for programs that benefit children ages 5-18 in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support activities in the areas of education...

GrantWatch ID#: 228947

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Health, Education, Environment, ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. Funding is intended to support the priority areas of health, conservation and the environment, empowering ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174648

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofit Organizations to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for programs and projects that benefit residents. Funding is intended for proposals that focus on urgent community needs such as health care, education, shelter, food, clothing, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177134

In-Kind Donations of Gift Cards to USA Nonprofits and Title I Schools to Meet Basic Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

In-kind donations of gift cards valued at up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and Title I schools in multiple states to meet the basic needs of individuals. Applicants must specify how and when gift cards will be distributed directly to needy individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230018

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Outdoor Recreational Equipment

Deadline: 10/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and youth organizations, schools, and parks departments to purchase outdoor recreational equipment. The purpose of this program is to help promote physical activity, reduce childhood obesity, and encourage play for all. Eligible organizatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 163421

Awards to USA K-12 Teachers to Honor Excellence in Civic Responsibility Teaching

Deadline: 10/31/26

Awards to USA K-12 teachers to recognize excellence and dedication in teaching students topics related to civic responsibility. Eligible candidates are those that conduct activities that educate students about beliefs and values that are essential to democracy. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 179165

In-Kind Donations to USA Nonprofits and Schools for Product Purchases to Address Youth Develop...

Deadline: 10/31/26

In-kind grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for product purchases that support food pantries and after-school programming. Funding is intended for organizations that address food insecurity and/or focus on youth development in local c...

GrantWatch ID#: 183698

Awards to USA K-12 School Educators and Employees to Recognize Excellence and Leadership

Deadline: 10/31/26

Awards to USA K-12 educators, administrators, and school staff members to recognize outstanding efforts to positively impact the lives of students. Nominations are accepted for educators and employees in public, charter, and private schools. The purpose of the pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 186015

Grants to USA Schools in Multiple States to Provide STEM Programming for PreK-5 Students

Deadline: 11/06/26

Grants to USA public and charter schools in multiple states to provide STEM programming for PreK-5th grade students. Funding is intended to cover participation fees and teacher training courses. Schools must meet minimum requirements for the percentage of free and...

GrantWatch ID#: 204930

Grants to USA Public Schools in Multiple States for High-Quality PreK-5 STEM Programs

Deadline: 11/06/26

Grants to USA public schools in multiple states to implement high-quality PreK-5 STEM programs. Funding is intended for teacher training, supplies, and technology needs associated with elementary school STEM education. Schools must be located in eligible communiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 211589

Grants to USA Schools in Multiple States for STEM Programs for Grades PreK-5

Deadline: 11/06/26

Grants to USA public, private, and charter schools in multiple states to implement or expand STEM programs for grades PreK-5. Schools must serve a majority of students who qualify for free or reduced lunch. Schools must be located in California, Georgia, Illinois,...

GrantWatch ID#: 211593

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs and Activities

Deadline: 11/10/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs and projects. Funding is intended to support hospitals and schools; museums, performing arts and cultural programs; skills training, educational, and other programming for senior...

GrantWatch ID#: 174639

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Tribes for Educational Gardens

Deadline: 11/18/26

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations, public and private schools, libraries, tribal organizations, and community centers for educational native plant gardens. The purpose of funding is to provide youth with hands-on learning op...

GrantWatch ID#: 152640
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Grants to USA K-12 Teachers for Aerospace Education Projects and Activities

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $600 to USA K-12 teachers to integrate aerospace education into the class curriculum. Priority will be given to activities that relate to aerospace science and technologies. Eligible uses of funding include, but are not limited to, supplies, techno...

GrantWatch ID#: 159365
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