The One North Carolina Fund aids the state in industry recruitment and expansion by providing financial assistance through local governments to attract business projects that will stimulate economic activity and create new jobs.
One North Carolina Fund grants require, and are contingent upon, a local match. Through the use of this Fund, more than 18,000 jobs and $2.5 billion in investment have been added to the state's economy since 2001.
The Department of Commerce is the State of North Carolina's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development.
Governor Easley has taken action to control spending growth and reduce the cost of government to finance increased investments in education and infrastructure – key components to attracting quality business and industry to the state.
North Carolina Department of Commerce