The McDowell Endowment

The McDowell Endowment The McDowell Endowment is an Affiliate Fund of the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina.

The McDowell Endowment is an affiliate fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. The McDowell Endowment seeks to inspire philanthropy and strengthen charitable organizations serving McDowell County. This endowment fund was established in 1995 by caring individuals who recognized the importance of a permanent charitable capital resource to support the ever-changing needs and oppor

tunities in McDowell County. Contributions made to The McDowell Endowment are pooled and invested by The Community Foundation. Proceeds from the investments are used to make grants while the original gifts remain intact, continuing to grow for the benefit of future generations.

Read the full details of our latest grants here: https://cfwnc.org/article/the-mcdowell-endowment-announces-56-950-in-gr...
04/08/2026

Read the full details of our latest grants here: https://cfwnc.org/article/the-mcdowell-endowment-announces-56-950-in-grants

Black Mountain Counseling Center
McDowell Arts Council Association
McDowell County EMS
Mission Ministries Alliance
New HOPE of McDowell
Pisgah Legal Services

The McDowell Endowment awarded thirteen grants totaling $56,950 to local nonprofit organizations. In partnership with CFWNC, The McDowell Endowment has awarded grants totaling $1,460,936. “Supporting local nonprofits is key to helping our community address the needs of our friends and neighbors. Demand for services remains high, and we are honored to partner with effective organizations,” said Advisory Board Chair Ryan Kelley. Photo courtesy of McDowell Arts Council Association.

12/30/2025

The 2026 cycle of The McDowell Endowment grant program is open for applications. The Endowment seeks to improve the quality of life in McDowell County by supporting projects that benefit its communities and residents. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to nonprofit organizations and public agencies for charitable purposes, including programmatic needs and operating expenses. The online grant application deadline is 5 pm on Monday, February 2nd. Visit our website for details and application link.

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