Krasberg Mason Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Krasberg Mason Foundation is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $285,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$285,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $280,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $210,000 | 12 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $280,000 | 14 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $285,000 | 14 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Krasberg Mason 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 Krasberg Mason Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 6 | $145,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $35,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General support | $50,000 |
| Catch the Fire | General support | $35,000 |
| Catch the Fire | For "embrace durham" | $30,000 |
| Focus | General support | $25,000 |
| Duke Lemur Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Hope Reins | General support | $20,000 |
| North Carolina Symphony | General support | $20,000 |
| Catch the Fire | For "heart for the house" | $20,000 |
| Anglican Diocese of the Living Word | General support | $15,000 |
| Oasis Sanctuaries | General support | $15,000 |
| Jesus Film Project | Newell staff | $10,000 |
| Taft School | General support | $10,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | Ny/nj ministry residency | $10,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce E Mason
- Shay S Mason
- Sarah M Wolchuk
Questions people ask
Does Krasberg Mason Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Krasberg Mason Foundation give?
$285,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Krasberg Mason Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce E Mason (President), Shay S Mason (Secretary) and Sarah M Wolchuk (Vice President).
What does Krasberg Mason Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.