Bourne Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bourne Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,878 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,489. 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$22,878
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,489
- Assets$488,675
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $23,598 the year before.
43% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $19,401 | 7 | $547,025 |
| 2023 | $23,598 | 7 | $470,985 |
| 2024 | $22,878 | 7 | $488,675 |
How to apply
Bourne Foundation Inc 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 Bourne Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $2,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $18,878 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blumenthal Performing Arts | Supporting Charitable Activities | $10,489 |
| Urban Promise | Supporting Charitable Activities | $2,900 |
| American Heart Association | Supporting Charitable Activities | $2,500 |
| The MVA Society | Supporting Charitable Activities | $2,500 |
| Mauli Ola Foundation | Supporting Charitable Activities | $1,500 |
| Search Ministries | Supporting Charitable Activities | $1,500 |
| Myers Park Presbyterian Church | Supporting Charitable Activities | $1,489 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond Bourne
- Benjamin Bourne
Questions people ask
Does Bourne Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bourne Foundation Inc give?
$22,878 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bourne Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond Bourne (Managing Trustee) and Benjamin Bourne (Trustee).
What does Bourne Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.