Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,375 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $13,900. 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$20,375
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$13,900
- Assets$825,269
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,600 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $32,600 | 23 | $711,881 |
| 2024 | $28,600 | 18 | $758,232 |
| 2025 | $20,375 | 15 | $825,269 |
How to apply
Howard & Sara Fleming 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 Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $17,125 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $300 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Ministry | $13,900 |
| Muny Partners | Community enrichment | $2,000 |
| Cru | Ministry | $1,250 |
| Roof Abovetrue Blessing | Ministry | $1,000 |
| Forest & Woodland Association | Conservation | $500 |
| Young Life Africamiddle East | Ministry | $500 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | Youth support | $300 |
| Coates Street Presbyterian Church | Memorial | $200 |
| Missouri Prairie Foundation | Conservation | $125 |
| Caring Hearts and Hands | Memorial | $100 |
| Central Christian Church | Memorial | $100 |
| National Deer Association | Conservation | $100 |
| Southmont Baptist Church | Memorial | $100 |
| The Food Bank for Central and NE Mo | Memorial | $100 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Memorial | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Fleming Knight
- Howard T Fleming
- Sara Fleming
- William A Fleming
- Matthew H Fleming
- Jack M Knight Jr
- Paula R Fleming
Questions people ask
Does Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation give?
$20,375 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Fleming Knight (Managing Dir), Howard T Fleming (President), Sara Fleming (Vice-Pres.) and William A Fleming (Vice-Pres.) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Howard & Sara Fleming Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.