Margaret T Petrie Foundation
Accepts applications
Margaret T Petrie Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $923,978 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$923,978
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $724,950 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $724,950 | 37 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $923,978 | 44 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Petrie Foundation 501 Eastowne Dr Ste 130, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (919) 402-1740, info@petriefoundation.org |
| What to submit | To apply for grants, applicants should submit a letter (1-2 pages) of inquiry by email. The letter should contain a brief statement describing the organization and a description of the project for which funds are being requested. Include copy of operating budget, budget for the project specific request, description of your organizations major sources of funding currently and in the past, and a copy of IRS determination letter showing exemption status. |
| Deadlines | Submission deadline is may 1. |
| Restrictions | Grants are generally made between $1,000 and $20,000, although requests outside either range will be considered. Grants restricted to organizations which provide spaying and neutering services. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Margaret T Petrie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 43 | $888,978 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Animal Rescue | Support spaying and neutering programs | $50,000 |
| Animal Protection Society of Durham | Support spaying and neutering through voucher programs | $45,000 |
| Warren County Animal Shelter | Support spaying and neutering programs in warren county | $45,000 |
| Carolina Poodle Rescue | Support spaying and neutering programs | $35,000 |
| Paws of Hertford County | Support spaying and neutering programs for rescue dogs and cats | $35,000 |
| Paws of Rutherford County (Paws RC) | Support spaying and neutering programs in rutherford county | $35,000 |
| Safe Haven for Cats | Support spaying and neutering programs for cats | $35,000 |
| Beyond Fences | Support spaying and neutering to dogs and cats | $30,000 |
| City of Burlington Animal Services Dept | Support spaying and neutering programs | $30,000 |
| Paws for Life NC | Support spaying and neutering programs | $30,000 |
| Wilmington Animal Centrix | Support spaying and neutering programs | $30,000 |
| Blind Cat Rescue and Sanctuary | Support spayng and neutering programs | $25,000 |
| Feral Cat Asssistance Program | Support spaying and neutering of feral cats | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Beaufort County | Support spaying and neutering programs in beaufort | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Eastern Carolina | Support spaying and neutering programs | $25,000 |
| Rutherford County Humane Society Inc | Support spaying and neutering programs | $25,000 |
| Second Chance Pet Adoptions | Support program to spay and neuter pets available for adoption | $25,000 |
| Sparkle Cat Rescue | Support spaying and neutering programs | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Stokes Shelter Inc | Support spaying and neutering programs | $24,441 |
| Paws Prayers & Promises | Support of spaying and neutering program | $24,000 |
| Chatham Animal Rescue and Education | Support spaying and neutering programs | $20,675 |
| Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue | Support spaying and neutering programs | $20,000 |
| Montgomery County Animal Services | Support spaying and neutering programs | $20,000 |
| Pet Food Pantry of Eastern | Support spaying and neutering program for pet owners who are struggling financially | $19,500 |
| Dogs Deserve Better | Promote and facilitate spaying and neutering of dogs in the piedmont area | $18,000 |
| Companion Animal Clinic Foundation | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Friends of Rocky Mount Animal | Support the spaying and neutering program in rocky mount | $15,000 |
| Happy Hills Animal Foundation | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Humane Society of Granville County | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Orange County Animal Services | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Paws 4 Purpose NC | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Windsor Kittens | Support spaying and neutering programs | $15,000 |
| Paws 4 Ever | Support spaying and neutering programs for dogs and cats | $13,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | Support spaying and neutering programs | $10,000 |
| Mia's Mafia | Support neutering of animals in need | $10,000 |
| NC Feral Cat Coalition | Support spaying and neutering programs | $10,000 |
| Pawsitive Shelter Volunteers | Support spaying and neutering programs | $10,000 |
| Paws and Love | Support spaying and neutering of cats | $8,862 |
| Johnson County Animal Protection League | Support spaying and neutering programs | $8,000 |
| Humane Solution | Support spaying and neutering programs | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Elizabeth Tillman
Questions people ask
Does Margaret T Petrie Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadline is may 1.
How much does Margaret T Petrie Foundation give?
$923,978 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Margaret T Petrie Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Elizabeth Tillman (Trustee).
What does Margaret T Petrie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and housing and homelessness.