Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation
Accepts applications
Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation is a private foundation in Tabor City, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,700 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $22,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$82,700
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,350 the year before.
5% 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 | $57,640 | 30 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $72,350 | 44 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $82,700 | 39 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael K Jones PO Box 674, Tabor City, NC 28463 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (910) 653-4001 |
| What to submit | No set specifications at this time. |
| Restrictions | Qualifying distributions will be made to charities primarily located in southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina. |
What Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 26 | $58,500 |
| North Carolina | 9 | $21,300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brookgreen Gardens | Preservation of south carolina's native flora and fauna & display/preservation of garden sculptures | $22,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Provide christian ministry & support services at the local and global levels | $20,100 |
| Meredith College | Providing higher education to students and preparing them for the professional world | $8,000 |
| Tabor City Committee of 100 | To fund everyday acivities promoting community development within the social services sector. | $5,000 |
| Wellspring Church Myrtle Beach | To support the wellspring church. | $2,500 |
| First Baptist Church Wallace NC | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| New Directions | Resources to those who served in the military to lead fulfilling lives | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Grand Strand | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Homes of NC | To support the needs of vulnerable children by addressing their physical, emotional, social, educational, and spiritual needs. | $1,000 |
| Coastal Carolina University Research Foundation | To support coastal carolina university | $1,000 |
| Global Training Network | To fund everyday activities training pastors around the world. | $1,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | To support services that provide food the the community | $1,000 |
| Matthew 25 Ministries | Disaster relief & provisions to those in need at the local and global levels | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | To fund operations of providing services to victims of war, poverty, and natural disasters. | $1,000 |
| SC Tennis Patrons Foundation | Support programs for junior players, at-risk youth, high school seniors, and sc tennis hall of fame | $1,000 |
| The Art Museum of Myrtle Beach | Provide educational programs and art exhibitions to the community | $1,000 |
| Harrells Christian Academy | To support academic | $1,000 |
| Campus Outreach - Meisenheimers | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $800 |
| Lower Cape Fear Lifecare | To fund access to the highest quality lifecare, education and supportive services to patients, families and the community. | $800 |
| Associated Charities | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Carolina Master Chorale | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Coastal Samaritan Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Community Kitchen | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Providing christian ministry services to athletes and coaches | $500 |
| Freedom Readers Inc | To support literacy of children. | $500 |
| Friendship Medical Clinic | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Helping Hand North Strand | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Lifeline Children's Services | To support serivces that equip the body of christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Mercy Ships | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Salvation Army | To support services provided by salvation army | $500 |
| Sea Haven for Girls | Support services to homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth | $500 |
| The Long Bay Symphony | To support the symphony | $500 |
| Tidelands Hospice | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| UNC Health Foundation | The medical foundation of north carolina, inc. Secures financial and volunteer resources for the unc school of medicine and unc health care to provide a healthier future. | $500 |
| Scripture Union | To support services that provide opputnities for people of all ages to explore the bible. | $400 |
| Gideons | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $300 |
| Rape Crisis Center | To support services for victims of sexual assault | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael K Jones
- Carolyn N Jones
Questions people ask
Does Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation give?
$82,700 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael K Jones (Chairman, Treasurer) and Carolyn N Jones (Vice-Chairman, Secretary).
What does Mike & Carolyn Jones Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.