Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation is a private foundation in Mooresville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,806 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,500. 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$115,806
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,500
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $235,150 the year before.
38% 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 | $190,225 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $235,150 | 20 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $115,806 | 16 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Jena and Bob Gallagher 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 Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 13 | $106,306 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith College | Program support for the meredith fund | $20,500 |
| Blumenthal Performing Arts | Program support | $15,000 |
| South Elementary Ptso | Program support | $10,306 |
| Feed NC | Program support | $10,000 |
| Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County | Program support | $10,000 |
| Kindness Closet | Program support | $8,000 |
| Cool Kids Clubhouse | Program support | $7,000 |
| Cain Center for Arts | Program support | $5,000 |
| Dove House Advocacy Center | Program support | $5,000 |
| Elon University Athletics | Program support | $5,000 |
| Health Reach Community Clinic | Program support | $5,000 |
| Inspire Our Children | Program support | $5,000 |
| UNC Chapel Hill | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hope at the Lake | Program support | $2,500 |
| Big Water Creative Arts | Program support | $1,500 |
| Center for Action and Contemplation | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jena Gallagher
- Robert Gallagher
Questions people ask
Does Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation give?
$115,806 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jena Gallagher (Director) and Robert Gallagher (Director).
What does Jena and Bob Gallagher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.