Nonprofit Sustainability

Focus on your mission. We'll handle the rest.

Foundation for the Carolinas exists to give you the time to do more of what matters. That's why we partner with nonprofits at every stage, offering trusted fund management, capacity-building tools and opportunities to connect with peers, funders and the broader community.

From managing endowments and agency funds to providing complimentary meeting space, grantmaking programs and learning opportunities, we help nonprofits focus more fully on what matters most: advancing your mission.

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Sustain and grow

Open an agency fund

An agency fund is created by your nonprofit and managed by FFTC, so you retain full access to your dollars while gaining professional investment management, administrative support and long‑term stewardship.

Invest for the future

Your reserves deserve the same strategic attention as your programs. Our investment approach gives your funds thoughtful oversight, diversification and a long-term structure built for sustainability.

Apply for a grant

Competitive grant programs managed by FFTC invest in nonprofits across our region. Programs vary in size, focus and priorities, giving your organization multiple paths to find the right funding fit.

Consider endowment options

A well-managed endowment means your organization is never starting from zero. Our fund management services give nonprofits the financial oversight, reporting tools and relationship support to to manage multiple funds, understand spending income and steward resources for long-term impact.

Connect and collaborate

Convene in our conference rooms at no charge

Nonprofits within our region can use our meeting rooms for free during weekday business hours. Reduced pricing is available for larger events, such as fundraisers.

Learn from experts and peers

Attend webinars, training sessions and panel discussions hosted by FFTC and other local nonprofit partners.

Engage with the Robinson Center

Connect with the Robinson Center for Civic Leadership to access leadership development, learning opportunities and programs designed to strengthen nonprofit leaders and organizations across our region.

In their own words

"FFTC brings both expertise and partnership to the table. Their guidance and support have strengthened our organization and helped us plan more confidently for the future."

Kimani Varner, Opportunity House

"FFTC is more than a fund manager — they’re a trusted partner who supports our mission and long-term sustainability."

Dr. Alyson R. Kuroski-Mazzei, HopeWay

Meet our clients

Asset delivery instructions

You can contribute cash, securities and more to an FFTC fund.

Charitable Giving Guide

Learn details about the Foundation, as well as our products and services, so you can be well-informed and strategic about your giving.

Charlotte Area Community Calendar

The Charlotte Area Community Calendar is a planning resource to help nonprofits and other organizations develop and schedule successful community events and programs in the Charlotte area.

Fund agreements and forms

Find all the forms you need to establish a fund, select investment options and manage representatives.

Nonprofit fee schedule

As your community foundation, we do more than manage funds. We support vital initiatives and programs throughout the region. Your philanthropic support fees make this possible.

Planned Giving Toolkit

For nonprofits that want to create a planned giving program to sustain their work into the future.

Our nonprofit support team is here to be a trusted partner for your organization. Whether you're exploring fund management, capacity-building resources or ways to strengthen your impact, we'd love to connect.

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Deviré Robinson, J.D.

Senior Vice President, Philanthropic Advancement

Jessie Hermann

Vice President, Nonprofit Services