City of Wilmington Now Accepting Applications for Human Services Grant

Published on September 02, 2025

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The City of Wilmington has opened the application process for its Human Services Grant, reinforcing its commitment to supporting local organizations that provide direct services to residents.

To better align with the City’s Strategic Plan and evolving community needs, the grant program now features a two-tiered structure:

  • Tier 1: Impact Fund – up to 2 awards
  • Tier 2: Human Services – up to 20 awards

Funded programs must align with at least one of the five focus areas from the City’s Strategic Plan:

  • Housing and Neighborhoods
  • Transportation and Infrastructure
  • Safety
  • Organizational Excellence
  • Economic Development and Cultural Vibrancy

Eligible programs must also serve one or more of the following populations:

  • Older Adults (age 55 and over)
  • Youth and Young Adults (under age 24)
  • Individuals Experiencing Housing Insecurity
  • Persons with Mental Disabilities
  • Survivors of Domestic Violence or Child Abuse

Organizations interested in applying must attend one of two mandatory Human Services Grant Workshops on  September 10, 10:30am or September 12, 10am.

Workshop Registration: https://us.openforms.com/Form/b131fbd9-1628-4ffa-8b02-7233254d8412

City of Wilmington Strategic Plan: https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Budget-Research/Strategic-Plan

 

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