Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter
Preselected recipients only
Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $964,970 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $306,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$964,970
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$306,500
- Assets$19.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 60 | $19.2 million |
| 2024 | $964,970 | 46 | $19.3 million |
How to apply
Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 39 | $903,670 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,300 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildacres Retreat | Grant | $306,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Charlotte | Grant | $250,000 |
| Wildacres Leadership Initiative | Grant | $100,000 |
| Queens University | Grant | $25,000 |
| Wildlands Network | Grant | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Grant | $25,000 |
| The Stan Greenspon Center | Grant | $20,000 |
| Charlotte Ballet | Grant | $15,000 |
| Foothills Conservancy | Grant | $15,000 |
| NC Conservation Network | Grant | $15,000 |
| The Wilderness Society | Grant | $12,500 |
| Sustain Charlotte | Grant | $10,000 |
| Higher Education Works | Grant | $10,000 |
| NC Sustainable Energy Association | Operational support | $10,000 |
| The Charlotte Film Society | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Journalism Funding Partners | Grant to support WSOC-TV Climate beat | $10,000 |
| Classroom Central | Grant | $5,000 |
| International House | Grant | $5,000 |
| Arts | Grant | $5,000 |
| Assistance League Charlotte | Grant | $5,000 |
| Jewish Education Loan Fund | Grant | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Wildlife Federation | Grant | $5,000 |
| Spruce Pine Montessori School | Grant | $5,000 |
| Fund to Mitchell County | Grant | $5,000 |
| Asheville Art Museum | Grant | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Grant | $5,000 |
| Mountain True | Grant | $5,000 |
| South Wings | Grant | $5,000 |
| Catawba River Keeper Foundation | Grant for the CREEK program education | $5,000 |
| Hospitality House | Grant | $4,960 |
| Greater Assn of Rabbis | Grant | $4,500 |
| Earth Share of North Carolina | Grant | $3,000 |
| Safe Alliance | Grant | $3,000 |
| Independent College Fund of NC | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| NC Center for Non Profits | Grant | $2,500 |
| The NC Holocaust Foundation | Grant | $2,500 |
| J Street | Grant | $2,500 |
| UNC Charlotte | A grant to help the ChartO2 festival | $2,500 |
| NC Arts Foundation | NC Disaster Relief Fund | $2,500 |
| Institute for Philanthropic Leader | Grant | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Blumenthal
- Philip Blumenthal
- Samuel Blumenthal
Questions people ask
Does Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter give?
$964,970 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan Blumenthal (Trustee), Philip Blumenthal (Trustee) and Samuel Blumenthal (Trustee).
What does Blumenthal Foundation for Charity Religion Education & Better Inter fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.