Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc
Preselected recipients only
Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $215,700 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $63,600 and the largest $132,100. 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$215,700
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$63,600
- Largest grant$132,100
- Assets$96,395
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $181,200 the year before.
33% 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 | $181,200 | 4 | $84,049 |
| 2024 | $215,700 | 3 | $96,395 |
How to apply
Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Texas. It also paid $195,700 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fundacion Ayuda A Las Comunidades Rurales - Costa Rica | Rural development, food, water, education, medical care & supplies | $132,100 |
| Fundacion Ayuda A Las Comunidades Rurales - Honduras | Rural development, food, water, education, medical care & supplies | $63,600 |
| Rock's Medical Outreach | Provides quality medical care, medicines and medical supplies in the us and developing nations. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard K Fowler
- Helen P Fowler
- Bryan K Fowler
- Martin P Fowler
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc give?
$215,700 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $63,600.
Who runs Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard K Fowler (Chairman & Director), Helen P Fowler (President & Director), Bryan K Fowler (Sec/Treas & Director) and Martin P Fowler (Vice Pres & Director).
What does Foundation for the Development of Rural Communities Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, community development and education.