Donahue Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donahue Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $651,484 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $520,000. 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$651,484
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$520,000
- Assets$19.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $473,398 the year before.
50% 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 | $473,398 | 24 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $651,484 | 19 | $19.8 million |
How to apply
Donahue Charitable 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 Donahue Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $520,000 |
| California | 3 | $52,080 |
| Maryland | 1 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $17,754 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,600 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $700 |
| Florida | 1 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation | Donation to donor advised fund for distribution in accordance with foundation purpose | $520,000 |
| The Gathering | Philanthopic education | $40,250 |
| Foundation Fighting Blindness | Visual impairment research | $35,000 |
| University of Denver | Scholarship | $12,000 |
| New Generation of African American Philanthropists | Support black-led non-profits | $10,800 |
| Thrive Global | Education program support | $6,000 |
| Praxis | Multiple | $5,600 |
| Mesa Global | International development & missions | $5,400 |
| Windrider | Programming support | $5,000 |
| Hope International | Economic empowerment in burundi | $2,750 |
| Individual | Scholarship support | $2,500 |
| Sim | International development & missions | $1,300 |
| Flourish Collective | Racial reconciliation | $1,030 |
| DWTS of Charlotte | Medical support for breast cancer and youth mental health | $1,000 |
| Gracious Hands | Transitional housing for women | $1,000 |
| Intervarsity | University student spiritual growth | $700 |
| Campus Crusade | International missions | $600 |
| National Ms Society | International missions | $530 |
| Garden City QP Investors LLC | Privately held s corporation donation | $24 |
Officers and trustees
- Michele Dudley
- Edward C Donahue
Questions people ask
Does Donahue Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donahue Charitable Foundation give?
$651,484 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Donahue Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michele Dudley (Officer) and Edward C Donahue (Vice President).
What does Donahue Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.