Mims Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mims Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,468 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $8,175 and the largest $20,118. 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$61,468
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$8,175
- Largest grant$20,118
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,793 the year before.
83% 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 | $40,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $52,793 | 6 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $61,468 | 6 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Mims Charitable Foundation Trust 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 Mims Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 6 | $61,468 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Fellowship Home | To support paintwork at verterans home. | $20,118 |
| Peacemakers | To support charitable purpose of organization. | $20,000 |
| Rocky Mountharrison Family YMCA | Swim team equipment and pool vacuum. | $11,350 |
| Rocky Mount Academy | To support exceptional children's program | $5,000 |
| A Touch of the Father's Love | To support charitable purpose of organization. | $2,500 |
| United Community Ministries | To support charitable purpose of organization. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Franklin Street Trust Company
- Thomas A Betts
- William R Johnston Jr
- Randall R Adams
- William R Johnston III
Questions people ask
Does Mims Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mims Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$61,468 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $8,175.
Who runs Mims Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Franklin Street Trust Company (Trustee), Thomas A Betts (Director), William R Johnston Jr (Director) and Randall R Adams (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mims Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.