Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation is a private foundation in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $466,000 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$466,000
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $450,000 the year before.
16% 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 | $432,000 | 51 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 55 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $466,000 | 56 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie 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 Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 48 | $426,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of the Tar River Region | Charitable | $65,000 |
| The UNC Health Foundation - Comprehensive Cancer Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The UNC Health Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Jesse Helms Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| United Community Ministries | Charitable | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross Turnage Chapter | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Baptist Children's Homes of NC Inc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Ecu Foundation Inc | Charitable | $12,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The UNC Health Foundation - Morehead Planitarium and Science Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ripe Revival | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Peacemakers | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hospice and Palliative Care of Nash General | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics-Va | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Icm - the Global Church Developer | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Corporate Chaplains of America | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Foundation of Hope | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Harrison Family YMCA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Castalia Volunteer Fire Department | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Christian Fellowship Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics-Nc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Faith Christian Ministries of Nash County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Way Tar River Region | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Homes of North Carolina | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Your Choice Resource Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sylvan Heights | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Nashville Fire Department | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Nash Comm College Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Foundation Fighting Blindness | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Agape Village Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Duke University | Charitable | $5,000 |
| My Sister's House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lifewise Academy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Men's Christian Fellowship Home | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Southside Academy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| East Carolina Councilboy Scounts | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Nash Arts Council | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Nash County Human Services | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William L Boddie
- Michael W Boddie
- B Mayo Boddie Jr
Questions people ask
Does Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation give?
$466,000 in tax year 2025, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William L Boddie (President), Michael W Boddie (Secretary) and B Mayo Boddie Jr (Treasurer).
What does Nickolas Bunn Boddie Sr and Lucy Mayo Lucy Mayo Boddie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and environment and conservation.