Newkirk Charis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Newkirk Charis Foundation is a private foundation in Kernersville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$57,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $115,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $57,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Newkirk Charis 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 Newkirk Charis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $47,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Christian-centered disaster relief for people in need | $40,000 |
| Mary's Choice Rva | Support for the first maternity home in richmond, va | $10,000 |
| 14SIX Baptist Ministries | Religious general fund | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- B Wayne Newkirk
- Kristin Whelan
- Dawn N Morgan
- Kelly Shawn Phillips
Questions people ask
Does Newkirk Charis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Newkirk Charis Foundation give?
$57,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Newkirk Charis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists B Wayne Newkirk (Director/President), Kristin Whelan (Director/Vice President), Dawn N Morgan (Director/Secretary) and Kelly Shawn Phillips (Director/Treasurer).
What does Newkirk Charis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.