64 North Carolina Tourism Grants

64 Travel and Tourism Grants for North Carolina

Discover grants for travel and tourism development and marketing. Funding supports cultural tourism events and festivals. Additional grants fund educational travel and professional development through travel.

Filter this list of travel and tourism grants above by recipient type, location, and funding source to find opportunities for tourism marketing, cultural festivals, or educational travel programs. 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 tourism boards growing local tourism.

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Grants to USA Tribes to Implement Plans that Foster Tourism and Economic Development

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants to USA tribal governments and tribal organizations to implement plans to foster tourism. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the program is to significantly benefit the community by supporting i...

GrantWatch ID#: 197657

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Medical Students for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International qualifying medical students to encourage professional and academic development. Eligible applicants are from groups that are underrepresented in the field of medicine. Successful applicants will receive...

GrantWatch ID#: 223185

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Medical Students for Career Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of $500 and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International qualifying medical students to support professional development. Successful applicants will receive a travel stipend, free registration at a medical conference, and a certificate. The intent of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223186

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Hospitality Nonprofits and Businesses

Deadline: 08/15/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and international early-stage nonprofit organizations, NGOs, social enterprises, and businesses in recognition of exceptional contributions to promoting sustainability and social impact in the hospitality and tourism sectors. In addition to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221293

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Associations for Events to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and civic associations for events that encourage tourism and travel in eligible locations. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. The main objective of this funding program is to make...

GrantWatch ID#: 228903

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to North Carolina artists in eligible counties for career development efforts. Funding is intended for professional and artistic development for emerging or established artists to create work, improve their business operations, or bring thei...

GrantWatch ID#: 147817

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to North Carolina artists to promote professional development. Funding is intended to assist early-career and established artists in creating work, purchasing materials and equipment, traveling for professional opportunities, attending workshops, and enhanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 214530

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and IHEs to Host Life Science and Biotechnology Events

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to host meetings related to the life sciences and biotechnology. Applicants must complete the required registration process before applying. Funding is intended for events t...

GrantWatch ID#: 185085

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to attract overnight visitors from outside a 50-mile radius, increase overnight st...

GrantWatch ID#: 231345

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance Recreational Experiences

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs for projects to enhance recreation and visitor experiences in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231611

Grants to North Carolina Event Organizers to Enhance the Tourism Industry in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to North Carolina event organizers for projects that will enhance the local tourism industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote a strong economic base to encourage job creation within the tourism sector. Eligible activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 180388

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Related to Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for research related to visual arts projects. Funding is intended for projects that make an original contribution to the field of contemporary visual arts. Special consideration will be given to projects that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204969

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 USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists to Attend a Conference

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International qualifying computer scientists and practitioners for assistance to attend a conference program held by the funding source. Eligible applicants are early-career professionals or post-doctorates working in computer science or...

GrantWatch ID#: 222338

Grants to USA Professionals, Scholars, Artists, and Academics to Support Research, Teaching, a...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA professionals, scholars, educators, administrators, and artists to support professional projects abroad. Awards will be offered to selected recipients specializing in a range of fields at all career levels. Eligible individuals may apply for projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 159878

Fellowships to USA Postdoctoral Scholars to Pursue Research in Any Academic Discipline in Isra...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships to USA postdoctoral scholars to pursue research in any academic discipline in a university in Israel. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive reimbursement for travel, children's educational, and relocation expenses, as well as an opportunity to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219768

Fellowship Programs in an Israeli IHE for USA Academic Scholars to Pursue Research Programs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowship programs in an Israeli institution of higher education for USA academic scholars to pursue research programs and advance mutual understanding. Postdoctoral scholars from any academic discipline may apply. Priority is given to US military veterans and to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219774

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Surgical Students for Research Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals in postgraduate surgical training programs for research projects. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended to support salaries and direct expenses related to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223188

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Faculty Member for Surgical Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International junior faculty member to conduct a surgical research project. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct expenses related to the research project. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223189

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Surgical Resident for Promoting Diversity

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career junior faculty member to recognize excellence in fostering diversity in the field of academic surgery. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223190

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Surgical Palliative Care Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $20,000 to a USA, Canada, or International full-time faculty member to conduct a research project related to surgical palliative care. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for clinical or basic science resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 223191

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Government Entities for Tourism Initiatives

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government entities for tourism initiatives in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support services and programs that are needed to address touri...

GrantWatch ID#: 229038

Grants to USA Florists to Attend Professional Development Conferences

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA florists to attend professional development conferences. Funding is intended to defray the costs of attending industry conferences and events that act as business development opportunities. Eligible applicants must be attending the co...

GrantWatch ID#: 215120

Grant to a USA Wholesale Florist Owner, Employee, or Manager to Attend a Professional Conferen...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of up to $2,000 to a USA wholesale florist owner, employee, or manager to attend a professional conference. Preference is given to applicants who are first-time attendees of the event. The grantee will be reimbursed for attending a national, regional, or int...

GrantWatch ID#: 227760

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Academic Institutions in Multiple States to Designate ...

Deadline: 10/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions in multiple states to promote local folklore and increase cultural tourism. Funding is intended to recognize folklife, legends, and folktales by marking important cultural sites....

GrantWatch ID#: 185907

Grant to a USA Graduate Student for Medieval Art and Architecture Research

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $750 to a USA graduate student for medieval art and architecture research. Applicants should be early-stage graduate students that focus on art that coincides with the medieval world. Eligible uses of funds include research and the dissemination of findin...

GrantWatch ID#: 227413

Grants to North Carolina Farmers to Improve Operations

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina individual farmers and collaborations to promote the development of new sources of agricultural income in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support operations that are verifiable farm businesses. Eligible expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 198384

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Birders to Search for Undocumented Birds

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International birders to journey in search of undocumented birds. Participants are expected to travel to remote locations in search of birds listed on the funding source's site of lost birds, supply daily updates about their attempts, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 221669

Grants to USA IHEs to Support Learning Programs in Japan for College Students

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit IHEs to support learning programs in Japan for college students. The purpose of the program is to bring students pursuing undergraduate or master's degrees to Japan to benefit from an experiential learning opportunity while gaining an under...

GrantWatch ID#: 229913

Grants to USA Nonprofit IHEs to Host Research Faculty from Japan-Based IHEs

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit IHEs and consortia of IHEs to host faculty members from Japan-based IHEs. Qualifying visiting professors have a doctorate in the humanities, social sciences, or related field and conduct research studies on topics directly...

GrantWatch ID#: 229915

Competition for International Photographers for Images in a Variety of Categories

Deadline: 01/05/27

Competition for USA, Canada, and International photographers for images in a selection of categories. The competition includes an award for the overall winner of the open competition and another for female photographers entering the competition, as well as 15 shor...

GrantWatch ID#: 215510

Fellowship to USA, Canada, and International Pre-Doctoral Students to Study Archaeology at an ...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowship with a stipend of $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International pre-doctoral students to study archaeology at an institute in Greece. This is a full-time research position offering the student the opportunity to conduct research that focuses on issues relat...

GrantWatch ID#: 217797

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Students for Parkinson's Disease Studies

Deadline: 01/20/27

Fellowships of $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduates and medical students to pursue Parkinson's disease research under the supervision of a mentor. Funding is intended to encourage studies that address the prevention, treatment, and cure of Parki...

GrantWatch ID#: 198784

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Postdoctoral Researchers to Participate in a Sci...

Deadline: 01/22/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral students and recent graduates to participate in scientific research exchange programs in eligible countries. Funding is intended for the fellow to pursue postdoctoral research in a laboratory located in a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159200

Scholarships to USA College Students and College Graduates to Attend a University or Participa...

Deadline: 02/01/27

Scholarships of up to $3,000 to USA college students and post-college young adults to study at a university or attend a long-term post-university program in Israel. Funding is intended to assist young Jewish American adults who have been involved in pro-Israel act...

GrantWatch ID#: 176540

Grants to USA and Canada Faculty Members at IHEs to Develop Courses on the State of Israel

Deadline: 02/02/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada faculty members at IHEs to create and teach courses on the topic of the State of Israel. Funding is intended to support activities related to course development and instruction, including but not limited to research, trave...

GrantWatch ID#: 193633
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Defic...

Deadline: 02/12/27 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research projects related to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1). Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Certain applicants are required to contact the...

GrantWatch ID#: 193008

Grants to USA and Israel Nonprofits for General Support and Capital Projects in Jewish Communi...

Deadline: 03/31/27

Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for a wide range of projects and programs that benefit Jewish communities. Funding is intended for capital projects, general operating support, or programming. In the United States, grants will primarily support res...

GrantWatch ID#: 180526

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Diversity in the Field of Folklore

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars, graduate students, and other individuals for projects to foster diversity in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for community scholarship projects and to cover expenses related to attending...

GrantWatch ID#: 222487

Awards to USA, Canada, and International IHE Students in the Field of Folklore to Attend a Con...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Awards of $500 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students working in the field of public folklore. The award funds will be used to cover costs related to attending an annual conference hosted by the funding source. Eligible nominees are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222497

Scholarships to North Carolina Jewish Teens and Young Adults to Participate in Youth Programs ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to North Carolina Jewish youth in eligible areas to participate in study, travel, and peer group programs in Israel. Successful applicants must participate in a service project or complete volunteer work in the Jewish community. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 170225

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Jewish Young Adults to Participate in Programs in Isr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish young adults to attend a study, service, or career development program in Israel. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance for Jewish youth after ninth grade through the age of 35 to parti...

GrantWatch ID#: 172640

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Enhance the Understanding and Appreciation of J...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to enhance the understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts and culture. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of the arts, film screening, the performing arts, exhibitions,...

GrantWatch ID#: 173600

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish College Graduates to Teach English in Isr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to participate in a six or 10-month program to teach English in disadvantaged communities throughout Israel. The purpose of the program is to close Israel’s educational achievement gap by adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 180172

Grants to USA Military Service Members and Veterans for Urgent Financial Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA military service members and veterans for financial assistance for urgent needs. Funding is intended for active duty and deployed service members, as well as wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans. Funding is also intended for a wide ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188679

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Reporters, Journalists, Photographers, and Filmmakers...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists, reporters, photographers, and filmmakers for projects that report on a crisis situation occurring anywhere in the world. Priority will be given to projects with minimum traveling requirements and projects that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189176

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and For-Profits for Tourism-Related Activities in Eligible...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and businesses for projects that promote tourism and improve the experience of tourists in eligible locations. Funding priority is intended for activities that will take place during the off-season, from December to...

GrantWatch ID#: 197226

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research and Exploration Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research and exploration projects. Eligible projects include fieldwork in the following disciplines: ecology, archaeology, earth sciences, astronomy, paleontology, and biological sciences, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 198287

In-Kind Donations of Airline Tickets to USA Nonprofits for Fundraising-Related Travel

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of airline tickets to USA nonprofit organizations. Airline tickets may be used for fundraising-related travel to cities where the funding source currently has a business presence. Applicant organizations must explain how the requested flight vouc...

GrantWatch ID#: 200081

Opportunity for USA Veterans to Participate in a Business Development Training Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA veterans to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost to themselves, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person resid...

GrantWatch ID#: 201071
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