Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason
Preselected recipients only
Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason is a private foundation in Mooresville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $822,550 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $296,655. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$822,550
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$296,655
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $475,199 the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $786,761 | 32 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $475,199 | 32 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $822,550 | 31 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason 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 Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 18 | $773,560 |
| Florida | 3 | $13,130 |
| Indiana | 2 | $11,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,850 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,010 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Autism Society of NC | Contribution | $296,655 |
| Novant Health Foundation | Contribution | $250,000 |
| Speedway Children's Charities | Contribution | $82,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $60,000 |
| The Dale Jr Foundation | Contribution | $24,000 |
| Davidson Day School | Contribution | $12,500 |
| Individual | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Motorsports Charities Inc | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Audrain Automobile Museum Inc | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Hendrick Family Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Rescue Ranch | Contribution | $7,500 |
| Individual | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Jimmie Johnson Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Joey Logano Foundation Inc | Contribution | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Contribution | $2,850 |
| Motorsports Hall of Fame of America | Contribution | $2,600 |
| Lake Norman Humane | Contribution | $2,500 |
| American Heart Association | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Smile Awhile Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Philip's Academy | Contribution | $1,010 |
| Kinder-Mourn | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Rowan Little League | Contribution | $1,000 |
| The Chase Elliott Foundation | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Living Legends of Auto Racing | Contribution | $530 |
| Community Foundation of Middle Tenn | Contribution | $500 |
| Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation | Contribution | $305 |
| Wilkes Rescue Squad | Contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond D Evernham Jr
- Erin C Evernham
- William Evernham Sr
- Raymond J Evernham
- Emory Det Cullum
- Richard D Russell
- Robert P Mack
Questions people ask
Does Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason give?
$822,550 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond D Evernham Jr (President), Erin C Evernham (Director), William Evernham Sr (Director) and Raymond J Evernham (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Evernham Family - Racing For A Reason fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.