Griffin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Griffin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,052 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $11,000. 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$66,052
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,396 the year before.
50% 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 | $60,187 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $65,396 | 16 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $66,052 | 22 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Griffin Family 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 Griffin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 17 | $47,052 |
| Florida | 3 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greensboro Day School | Program support | $11,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Program support | $10,000 |
| Greensboro Science Center | Program support | $9,202 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro | Program support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Program support | $5,000 |
| Royal Poinciana Chapel | Program support | $5,000 |
| Princeton University | Program support | $4,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | Program support | $4,000 |
| Salem College | Program support | $3,000 |
| Greensboro Urban Ministry | Program support | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greensboro | Program support | $1,000 |
| Junior League of Greensboro | Program support | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Program support | $1,000 |
| Sanctuary House | Program support | $1,000 |
| Senior Resources of Guilford | Program support | $1,000 |
| Stepup Greensboro | Program support | $1,000 |
| Women in the Window International | Program support | $1,000 |
| Canterbury School | Program support | $500 |
| Crayons Matter | Program support | $500 |
| Greensboro Symphony Guild | Program support | $500 |
| North Carolina Museum of History | Program support | $250 |
| Gso Police Foundation | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Haynes G Griffin
- Virginia R Griffin
Questions people ask
Does Griffin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Griffin Family Foundation give?
$66,052 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Griffin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Haynes G Griffin (President/Treasurer) and Virginia R Griffin (Vp/Secretary).
What does Griffin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.