O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA
Preselected recipients only
O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA is a private foundation in Hickory, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $604,833 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $212,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$604,833
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$212,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $515,833 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $515,833 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $604,833 | 10 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA 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 O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $604,833 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lenoir-Rhyne University | General support | $212,500 |
| YMCA of Catawba County | Capital campaign | $200,000 |
| Holy Trinity Luthern Church | General support | $62,500 |
| United Arts Council | General support | $50,000 |
| Hickory Museum of Art | General support | $50,000 |
| Catawba Medical Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Hickory Day School | General support | $8,333 |
| Hickory Soup Kitchen | General support | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General support | $4,000 |
| Crossnore School | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- George A Moretz
- James L Parker
- Nancy M Burnside
- C Sloane Moretz
- Ted Moretz
Questions people ask
Does O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA give?
$604,833 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA?
Its 2024 filing lists George A Moretz (President), James L Parker (Vice President), Nancy M Burnside (Officer) and C Sloane Moretz (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does O Leonard Moretz Fdn TUA fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.