The Robeson County Community Foundation (RCCF) aims to build community assets through the creation of permanent endowments, grants, and leadership in Robeson County. Founded in 2005 and guided by a local volunteer advisory board, RCCF facilitates local philanthropy by making it accessible for individuals of any means to support local causes, either by opening an endowment for their favorite cause or contributing to an existing fund.
The grant program spearheaded by the Chowan Community Funds Foundation emphasizes addressing changing needs within Chowan County by offering annual grants to local nonprofit organizations. Notably, these grants support a broad spectrum of charitable causes including historic preservation, improvement of public housing for the working poor, educational initiatives for migrant workers, land conservation and preservation efforts, and the enhancement of medical care and facilities within Chowan County. Moreover, some of its grantmaking capacity is drawn from the Ann L. Sams Endowment Fund, which dedicates funds to these specific areas of interest. The grant amounts typically range from $500 to $5,000, designed to adapt and respond to the evolving needs of the community and improve the overall quality of life in Chowan County and Northeastern North Carolina.