The North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF) is the only statewide community foundation serving North Carolina and has administered over $243 million in grants since 1988. With more than $440 million in assets, NCCF sustains over 1,200 endowments and partners with a network of affiliates to award grants and scholarships in communities across the state. An important component of NCCF’s mission is to ensure rural philanthropy has a voice at the local, regional and national levels. Our mission is to inspire North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities. We succeed through a unique statewide network of affiliates that leverages the collective power of local leadership to effect meaningful change throughout North Carolina. We build partnerships to strengthen our state through measurable, sustainable strategies that benefit all citizens. Our commitment to excellence supports stewardship through our transparency, integrity and accountability.