Ka Foundation
Accepts applications
Ka Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $77,500 and the largest $350,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$77,500
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$3,663
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $665,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $475,000 | 6 | $24,768 |
| 2024 | $665,000 | 9 | $5,759 |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 10 | $3,663 |
How to apply
| Contact | Wesley M Carter 806 N 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (910) 343-0624 |
| What to submit | Written letter request |
What Ka Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 4 | $581,000 |
| California | 3 | $500,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $55,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Land and Sea for All | In support of another public charity | $350,000 |
| South Carolina Forestry Commission | In support of sc forestry | $330,000 |
| Lowcountry Land Trust | In support of another public charity | $101,000 |
| Wildaid Inc | In support of another public charitysupport of another public charity | $100,000 |
| Sustain SC Commerce & Conservation | In support of another public charity | $100,000 |
| Greenhouse Scholars | In support of another public charity | $55,000 |
| Bee Cause | In support of another public charity | $50,000 |
| Space for Giants USA | In support of another public charityin support of another public charity | $50,000 |
| Center for World Philsophy and Religion | In support of another public charity | $50,000 |
| Core Light | In support of another public charity | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Russell M Carter
- Wesley M Carter
Questions people ask
Does Ka Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ka Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $77,500.
Who runs Ka Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Russell M Carter (Chairman) and Wesley M Carter (Vice Chairman, Secretary and Treasure).
What does Ka Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.