Funding Opportunities - External
Given the plethora of funding opportunities available, funding opportunity databases represent the most effective and efficient method of finding these opportunities.
Databases
Funding opportunity databases are a great place to start when searching for extramural funding.
There are four types of databases:
- Comprehensive databases contain opportunities from private foundations, public agencies, national and local governments, corporations and more.
- Federal databases contain opportunities from government agencies.
- State databases contain opportunities only available to North Carolina researchers.
- Foundation databases include funding opportunities for all types of foundations, including public, private, and family foundations.
State Departments and Councils
Many of North Carolina’s departments and councils hold funding competitions for a variety of subjects and disciplines.
International Opportunities
Many faculty, staff and students are interested in funding for overseas projects. Numerous resources are available. We’ve created some searches to facilitate your quest.
If you require further assistance, please contact us!
