One North Carolina Fund
Funds competitive North Carolina initiatives that generate employment and economic activity through public support.
The One North Carolina Fund (OneNC) is a discretionary cash-grant program administered by the NC Department of Commerce on behalf of the Governor, designed to help the state respond quickly to competitive job-creation projects. Grants are awarded based on job creation, investment level, project location, economic impact, and regional importance. The Governor makes the final award decision followin…
Discretionary Governor's grants for competitive business recruitment and expansion in North Carolina, funding equipment, building improvements, and utility infrastructure tied to net new job creation.
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