Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc is a private foundation in High Point, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $558,300 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $140,000. 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$558,300
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$23.6 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $119,250 the year before.
44% 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 | $100,000 | 9 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $119,250 | 12 | $20.3 million |
| 2025 | $558,300 | 16 | $23.6 million |
How to apply
Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc 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 Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | $388,300 |
| Florida | 3 | $120,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist | Program support | $140,000 |
| Opportunity Inc | Program support | $60,000 |
| American Cancer Society - NC Discovery Ball | Program support | $56,000 |
| Family Service of High Point Foundation | Program support | $55,300 |
| Norton Museum of Art | Program support | $50,000 |
| UNC Health Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Woodberry Forest School | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Crossnore School | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards | Program support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater High Point | Program support | $15,000 |
| Linville Foundation | Program support | $15,000 |
| Jack the Bike Man | Program support | $10,000 |
| Main Street Methodist Church - Feeding Lisa's Kids | Program support | $7,500 |
| High Point Downtown Stadium Foundation | Program support | $2,500 |
| High Point Museum | Program support | $1,000 |
| Open Door Ministries of High Point | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Meredith Kempton Finch
- Sumner Slane Finch
Questions people ask
Does Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc give?
$558,300 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Meredith Kempton Finch (Vice President) and Sumner Slane Finch (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Meredith Slane Finch Michener Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and faith communities.