McLeod Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McLeod Foundation is a private foundation in Clayton, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$260,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $294,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $240,000 | 16 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $294,000 | 13 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 13 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
McLeod 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 McLeod Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | $180,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $80,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge School | To support the charitable purpose | $80,000 |
| Fuquay Varina UMC | To support the charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| First Baptist Church Clayton | To support the charitable purpose | $35,000 |
| Campbell University | To support the charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| UNC Health Foundation | To support the charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| YMCA of the Triangle Area Inc | To support the charitable purpose | $18,500 |
| Appalachian Trail Conservancy | To support the charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Clayton Area Ministries | To support the charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Johnston Health Foundation | To support the charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Ichoose Pregnancy Support Services | To support the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Harbor Inc | To support the charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Wake Forest Univeristy | To support the charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| St Mary's School | To support the charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard F McLeod III
- W Stewart McLeod
Questions people ask
Does McLeod Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McLeod Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs McLeod Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bernard F McLeod III (President) and W Stewart McLeod (V/P - Treasu).
What does McLeod Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.