County unveils $500,000 youth micro-grant RFP for enrichment programs; application opens Oct. 16

Sep 28, 2026

Durham County staff outlined a $500,000 micro-grant RFP to support youth enrichment programs, proposing 102D12 awards of $40,0002D$50,000 each, an Oct. 16 opening and a performance period from Feb. 2027 to Jan. 2028; commissioners asked about technical assistance and outcome targets.

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Durham County staff presented a planned $500,000 micro-grant program to invest in nonprofit youth enrichment, with three application categories: (1) social-emotional and mental-health services, (2) enrichment and recreation (arts and sports), and (3) academic supports.

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