NC Rural Center Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees
Founded in 1987, the NC Rural Center is a private nonprofit organization based in Raleigh, North Carolina, dedicated to improving the economy of rural areas. It serves North Carolina’s 78 rural counties, with a focus on individuals with low to moderate incomes and communities with limited resources. The center pursues its mission by conducting research on rural issues, advocating for policy and program innovations, and building the productive capacity of rural leaders, entrepreneurs, and community organizations to implement sound economic strategies. The Center is led by a board of directors and operates as a mid-sized nonprofit focused on rural economic development. It positions itself as a statewide resource that connects research, policy work, and leadership development to enhance quality of life in rural communities. Recent media coverage indicates collaborations with government partners to advance rural economic initiatives.