Fulton Family Trust
Preselected recipients only
Fulton Family Trust is a private foundation in Advance, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $148,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$148,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $228,500 the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $2.5 million |
| 2023 | $94,730 | 3 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $228,500 | 11 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $148,000 | 12 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Fulton Family Trust 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 Fulton Family Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 11 | $145,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Asu Foundation-Fulton Family Schola | Academic scholarship | $25,000 |
| Uncg Excellence Fdn-Ethel C Fulton | Academic scholarship | $25,000 |
| The Hunger and Health Coalition Inc | Deliver healthcare to vulnerable population in | $20,000 |
| Watauga Humane Society | To provide for the care of animals in watauga co | $15,000 |
| Individual | Foodmedical support for medically fragile horses | $15,000 |
| Winston-Salem Street School | To provide meals for students | $10,000 |
| Hospitality House of Northwest NC | Provide housing and crisis assistance | $10,000 |
| Our Daily Bread Food Pantry | Food insecurity support | $10,000 |
| Two Rivers Community School | For school supplies and materials | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support community outreach | $5,000 |
| Watauga High School | Support of athletics department | $5,000 |
| Individual | Dog rescue support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Griffey
Questions people ask
Does Fulton Family Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fulton Family Trust give?
$148,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Fulton Family Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James E Griffey (Trustee).
What does Fulton Family Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and animals.