Outer Banks Community Foundation Launches New Focus Grant Initiative and Expanded 2025 Grant Opportunities

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The Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) is thrilled to announce its 2025 grant programs, introducing a bold new initiative to tackle some of the region’s most pressing challenges. The Focus Grants, a centerpiece of the Foundation’s updated offerings, provide funding up to $50,000 to support innovative, large-scale projects addressing critical needs with a preference for healthcare access, affordable housing, and child care solutions.

“The Focus Grants are a game-changer for our community,” said Packy Regan, Chair of the Grants Committee. “By offering substantial funding and the possibility of multi-year initiatives, we hope to enable nonprofits to implement meaningful, sustainable solutions to the challenges that impact us all.”
In addition to the Focus Grants, the Foundation will continue to offer the two grant opportunities listed below that are designed to meet the diverse needs of local nonprofits:

Community Enrichment Grants

  • Application Deadlines: January 31 and  July 25, 2025
  • Funding requests up to $10,000
  • Open to projects across all areas, including education, arts, community events, environmental initiatives, and veteran support.

Focus Grants

  • Second Quarter Deadline: April 25, 2025
  • Funding requests up to $50,000
  • Designed to address critical needs with a preference for healthcare access, affordable housing, and child care solutions, with potential multi-year awards.

Impact Grants

  • Fourth Quarter Deadline: October 31, 2025
  • Funding requests exceeding $10,000
  • Open to all project types and priorities, with no restrictions on the scope of use.

These funding opportunities reflect OBCF’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and supporting nonprofit programs that enhance the quality of life on the Outer Banks. The Foundation’s Grants Committee will review applications for the 2025 grant cycle quarterly, ensuring a thorough and thoughtful process to allocate funding where it is most needed.

“We’re thrilled to support nonprofits as they tackle important challenges and seize opportunities to strengthen our community,” said Nandy Stuart, Chief Operating Officer of the Outer Banks Community Foundation. “The updated grant framework for 2025 reflects our commitment to flexibility and targeted investment in areas that matter most to our neighbors.”

Nonprofits are encouraged to visit the Foundation’s website for detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application portals. Early submissions are encouraged to allow time for review and feedback.

“The Outer Banks Community Foundation is proud to be a trusted partner for nonprofits striving to make a difference,” added Regan. “We’re excited to see the innovative projects that will emerge from this grant cycle, and we’re here to support every step of the way.”

Since its inception, the Outer Banks Community Foundation has supported local nonprofits in areas ranging from education and environmental preservation to disaster relief and healthcare access. With its expanded 2025 grant opportunities, the Foundation reaffirms its commitment to building a vibrant, resilient Outer Banks.

For more information or assistance with the application process, visit www.obcf.org or contact the staff at 252-423-3003.

About the Outer Banks Community Foundation: The Outer Banks Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to fostering philanthropy and supporting local causes. Through its charitable funds and grant programs, the Foundation strives to enrich the quality of life for residents of the Outer Banks.