The Community Foundation of NC East aims to facilitate informed philanthropy and, together with donors, serve as the leading catalyst for building vibrant communities across eastern North Carolina. They emphasize the importance of nonprofit partners in achieving their mission of enhancing community health and vibrancy.
The foundation's grant program focuses on supporting nonprofits that are engaged in smart, innovative work addressing significant issues within eastern North Carolina. These grants aim to fund initiatives that seek innovative solutions to complex problems, promote fresh approaches to emerging issues, and capitalize on opportunities for positive impact in various sectors such as culture, education, and neighborhood development. Since 1977, the foundation has been instrumental in bringing innovative ideas and programs to life, emphasizing the need for strategic grantmaking to support their mission of community improvement.