Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $9,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$564,977
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,250 the year before.
100% 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 | $7,000 | 6 | $144,492 |
| 2024 | $9,250 | 8 | $431,255 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 6 | $564,977 |
How to apply
Joan G & Michael R Potter 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 Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $9,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $8,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College of Wooster | Scholarship | $9,000 |
| Myso | Scholorship | $8,500 |
| Sign | Medical Care | $2,500 |
| Individual | Refugees | $2,000 |
| Asendigo | Education | $2,000 |
| Jumbliee Partners | Refugees | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R Potter
- Joan G Potter
- Michael Q Potter
- Daniel K Potter
Questions people ask
Does Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael R Potter (President), Joan G Potter (Vice President), Michael Q Potter (Secretary) and Daniel K Potter (Treasurer).
What does Joan G & Michael R Potter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.