Our Community Grants program is made possible by generous donors who have contributed unrestricted or area of interest gifts. These dollars allow the Foundation to respond to the community’s changing opportunities, needs and challenges over time.
The Foundation invites nonprofit organizations to bring us their best ideas on how they can improve the quality of life for Davie citizens. In an effort to strengthen community leadership, requests for Capacity Building and strengthening of non-profit organizations will be considered. Funds will not be used for programs outside of Davie County unless they directly benefit Davie citizens, for annual fund campaigns, or for religious or political purposes. Grant-making decisions are left to the Foundation Grants Committee, who looks at the community’s current needs and directs money where it will have the greatest impact.
Community Grants are made twice a year through a competitive application process. *Completion of an approved grant workshop is required to apply if your organization has not received a grant from Davie Community Foundation in the past.
2025 Round 1 Community Grant application deadline was February 1st
2025 Round 2 Community Grant application will be available in February and deadline is August 1st.
$140,615 awarded for Davie Projects & Organizations!
Thanks to the Community Fund endowments already established at the Davie Community Foundation, important grants and investments were made by the Board of Directors for 2025!
A Storehouse for Jesus received $9,150 for their Feeding the Hungry initiative. A Storehouse for Jesus supplies food to low-income, eligible residents of Davie County through purchased and donated food. A Storehouse for Jesus is a volunteer ministry hoping to help alleviate hunger and hunger insecurity in our community. They also provide donated clothing, hygienic supplies, household items and toys to underserved residents. This grant money will allow the Storehouse to feed approximately 1,800 individuals.
The Advocacy Center of Davie County was granted $10,000 towards assisting Davie County residents in times of crises. The center’s mission is to work together with local churches and agencies to help individuals and families temporarily in need of a helping hand. They provide one-time financial assistance to qualifying Davie residents to help them avoid the threat of homelessness. Their grant will be applied towards housing and utility assistance, emergency car repairs as well as budgeting classes for the low-income members of the community.
Davie County 4-H has been awarded a $4,095 grant for Empowering Youth: Leadership Through 4-H, their project dedicated to increasing teen involvement in leadership opportunities. Through clubs, community service, life skills training, and the Teen Council, Davie County 4-H provides a positive and engaging environment for teens to grow as leaders. Participants gain valuable experience through workshops, retreats, and competitions while also giving back to their community by leading programs and mentoring younger youth. This grant will help offset costs for at least six teens to attend these impactful events, ensuring financial barriers do not limit access to leadership development.
- Davie County Schools received a $15,250 grant to support Leadership Development for district and school leaders, including District Directors, Principals, and Assistant Principals. The program will be implemented through virtual sessions based on Robert Marzano’s Leading a High-Reliability School model. This initiative aims to enhance team effectiveness by aligning leadership skills with district goals.
- Davie County Schools received a $13,500 grant for Ron Clark Academy training. This funding will support new staff and those who have not yet attended by allowing them to participate in Ron Clark Academy’s HouseCon. The immersive training includes hands-on workshops, real-world examples, and practical tools to further develop the house system in the district’s three middle schools. North Davie Middle School implemented the Ron Clark Academy House System in 2022, followed by South Davie Middle School and William Ellis Middle School in 2023. This summer, twelve teachers will attend Ron Clark Academy HouseCon, equipping them with proven strategies to strengthen school culture, foster student belonging, and enhance academic achievement.
- Davie County Schools was awarded a grant of $6,000 for STEAM Boot Camp. STEAM Boot Camp is designed to support rising 9th graders with their transition to the Davie County Freshman Academy. These students will participate in a four-day camp to introduce them to the four STEAM-related distinction pathways: Global Leadership, STEM, Career and Technical Education and Arts. The STEAM Boot Camp is part of a larger plan to incorporate STEAM principles from kindergarten to 12th grade. Students will work to solve real-world problems using the engineering design process and develop skills to enhance engagement, learning and achievement.
- Davie County Schools received $21,970 for a grant for District Math Funding. To build and support math educators’ capacity in mathematics instruction, this grant will allow 20 teachers to participate in Foundations of Math training as well as cover substitute teachers for the participants’ classrooms during the 5 days of the training. The goal of this project is to increase kindergarten through twelfth grade teachers’ mathematics content knowledge and ensure all teachers have available, vetted resources that align with North Carolina Standard Course of Study to increase overall proficiency in math.
- Davie County Schools – AIG received $6,000 for Camp Discovery which will provide a STEAM enrichment experience for 50 academically/intellectually gifted rising 5th and 6th grade Davie County students. The camp aims to foster creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking while reinforcing NC standards for ELA, math and science and exposing campers to potential career pathways in the STEAM fields.
Family Promise of Davie was awarded $16,000 to go towards their Family Center, Shelter and Supportive Services. Family Promise’s Family Center serves as a crisis intervention space for local families in need to provide a temporary, supportive home for families as they transition from homeless to permanent housing. Their Family Shelter program provides a safe space for families with children. While in the shelter, families receive personalized case management, financial support for basic needs, transportation assistance and help securing local housing.
Habitat for Humanity of Davie County was awarded $10,000 for Land Acquisition and Development. Habitat for Humanity seeks to promote self-reliance through home ownership, affirm the dignity of family and create sustainable communities. Habitat Davie provides opportunities for first time home buyers to own a home that is affordable and reliable. Through home ownership, families are able to build equity and financial security for future generations to come. The grant money will go towards acquiring new parcels of land to be able to continue to serve more families and build sustainable communities.
Make-A-Wish Central and Western NC was granted $7,500 for A Wish for a Davie County Child. Make-A-Wish creates life changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight their illness. This grant money will help support one life-changing wish for a child in Davie County and provide them with the hope, joy and strength they need to overcome their illness.
Our Daily Bread @ Fork was awarded $5,000 for Feeding Our Neighbors, their food pantry which has been in existence for 15 years. A ministry of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, Our Daily Bread @ Fork is dedicated to reducing hunger in Davie and surrounding counties. In addition to providing food, they distribute homeless care bags and hygiene products to those in need. Last year alone, they distributed approximately 170,000 pounds of food, including meat, produce, canned goods, and personal care items.
Smart Start of Davie County received a $10,950 grant for its Kaleidoscope: Play with a Purpose program, a 90-minute weekly kindergarten readiness playgroup designed for caregivers and children. Led by trained facilitators, each session includes outdoor exploration, circle time, movement activities, crafts, and a snack. Every week features a themed lesson and opportunities for caregivers to connect with community resources. Beyond preparing children for kindergarten, these playgroups help families build skills, access essential support, and form lasting connections with one another.
The Dragonfly House Children’s Advocacy Center was awarded $5,200 for Team Building and Leadership Development. This funding will support the implementation of the 5 Voices for Teams program and personalized one-on-one leadership coaching. These initiatives aim to strengthen team cohesion, enhance collaboration, and build trust, resilience, and alignment. By investing in leadership growth, the center empowers its team to provide exceptional care and better serve the children and families who rely on their support.
