Foundations that fund performing arts organizations in North Carolina

The Shubert Foundation Inc — 20 grants to 9 organizations, median $42,500, largest $350,000. That is 59% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc — 134 grants to 24 organizations, median $19,450, largest $622,080. That is 25% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

The Durham Arts Council Inc — 59 grants to 17 organizations, median $6,255, largest $71,029. That is 30% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County Inc — 48 grants to 22 organizations, median $14,323, largest $74,829. That is 27% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

American Symphony Orchestra League D/B/a League of American Orchestras — 9 grants to 3 organizations, median $19,500, largest $75,000. That is 100% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Arts Council of Moore County In — 6 grants to 5 organizations, median $8,323, largest $14,627. That is 86% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2022. Public charity — application process varies.

United Arts Council of Greensboro Inc — 44 grants to 16 organizations, median $14,328, largest $50,075. That is 26% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County — 15 grants to 7 organizations, median $10,000, largest $20,000. That is 37% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

Asheville Area Arts Council — 20 grants to 10 organizations, median $7,440, largest $18,400. That is 28% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Arts Council of Fayetteville Cumberland County Inc — 24 grants to 5 organizations, median $39,100, largest $314,441. That is 34% of its North Carolina giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.