Human Services

FY2023-24 Outside Agencies Application Process Is Now Open

Applications are due January 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Each fiscal year, nonprofits who serve our community have the opportunity to apply for funding from the Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill, and Orange County in one application.

Applications for Carrboro funding are reviewed by the Human Services Commission.

For questions, please contact Malia Summey, 919-918-7318 or Anne-Marie Vanaman, 919-918-7321.

For questions specific to:

Chapel Hill: Jackie Thompson, 919-969-5081

Orange County: Melissa Allison, 919-245-2301

Funding Last Year

For fiscal year 2022-2023, 50 nonprofit agencies received a total of $274,000 from the Town of Carrboro.

Agencies that were awarded funds must submit Semi-Annual Reports. Reports are due on January 13, 2023 and July 7, 2023.

The Semi-Annual Report template can be found here.

CURRENT APPLICATION MATERIALS

Funding for upcoming fiscal year, July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024:

RESOURCES

KEY DATES - Workshops, Q&A Sessions, Deadline

DATE	ACTIVITY
November 17, 2022 (9:00am-11:00am)	Performance Measures Workshop Chapel Hill Public Library, Meeting Room B Performance Measures PowerPoint Presentation
December 1, 2022 (9:00am-11:00am)	Application Orientation Workshop Chapel Hill Public Library, Meeting Room B Application Orientation PowerPoint Presentation
November 2022 – January 2023	Agency Prepares Application
December 15, 2022 (9:00am -10:00am)	Virtual Q&A Session Registration will open one week prior to the event. Please register here on the Town of Chapel Hill’s Calendar page.
January 5, 2023 (9:00am-10:00am)	Virtual Q&A Session Registration will open one week prior to the event. Please register here on the Town of Chapel Hill’s Calendar page.
January 12, 2023	Application Deadline 5:00 pm
February – May 2023	Application Review & Agency Presentations
June 2023	Agency Funding Approval by Town Council
July 2023	Contracts Executed & Programs Begin

Contact Us

Housing and Community Services Department

Physical Address
301 W Main Street
Carrboro, NC 27510

Phone: 919-918-7318
Anne-Marie Vanaman

Interim Director

Email Anne-Marie Vanaman

Phone: 919-918-7321
Malia Summey

Administrative Assistant

Email msummey@carrboronc.gov

Phone: 919-918-7318

FAQs

Can the Town help if my landlord won’t make necessary repairs?

The Town has limited authority to intercede in disputes between tenants and landlords, but can assist in assessing the condition of the rental unit if a housing code violation is suspected. Contact Town of Carrboro Housing and Community Services if you are having trouble with your housing situation.

My landlord is . . . threatening eviction, discriminating against me, refusing to return my security deposit, etc. What can I do?

Email HousingHelp@orangecountync.gov if you are experiencing a housing crisis.

Know your rights.

Orange County North Carolina Declaration of Tenant Rights and Obligations

Tenant Rights

Orange County Civil Rights Ordinance

Fair Housing Project – Know Your Rights

If you believe you’ve experienced housing discrimination, think you are being discriminated against, contact the Orange County Human Rights & Relations department, 919-245-2487 or Human_Relations@orangecountync.gov

File a complaint.

Where can I find affordable housing in Carrboro?

If you’re looking for an affordable apartment, The Housing Opportunity Finder can assist in the search. In addition to properties owned by nonprofit affordable housing providers, it also includes existing apartment complexes, many of which offer lower rents.

If you’re looking for affordable homeownership, the Town has compiled a list of nonprofit affordable housing providers, who not only provide housing affordability, but also ensure the property remains affordable well into the future. Many of the nonprofits listed also own and manage rental homes and apartments.

The Town’s Community Resources page can also point you to other housing-related resources.

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