Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $378,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$378,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $661,500 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $661,500 | 17 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $378,500 | 12 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation 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 Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 6 | $142,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $115,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $55,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $40,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Claflin University | Operations | $115,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operations | $100,000 |
| Christian Brothers University | Operations | $55,000 |
| St John Baptist Church | Operations | $25,000 |
| Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute | Operations | $20,000 |
| Classroom Central | Operations | $15,000 |
| Prayer Temple COGIC | Operations | $15,000 |
| Gaston Christian School | Operations | $12,500 |
| Talladega College | Operations | $6,000 |
| Southminster Church | Operations | $5,000 |
| Shallow Ford Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Brookstone Schools | Operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Melanie T Winton
- Charles D Winton
- Aileen Thomas
Questions people ask
Does Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation give?
$378,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Melanie T Winton (President), Charles D Winton (Board Member) and Aileen Thomas (Board Member).
What does Charles and Melanie Winton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.