The work of the North Carolina Folklife Institute would not be possible without the generous support of our public and private funders. Their investments allow us to preserve, share, and celebrate the cultural traditions of communities across North Carolina through artist support, educational programming, cultural documentation, and public events.
We are deeply grateful to the following institutions for their current support of our mission and programs:
Their commitment helps us amplify the voices of tradition bearers, expand access to the arts, and ensure that North Carolina’s diverse folklife remains a vital part of our shared story.





