Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Asheville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $715,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $365,000. 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$715,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$365,000
- Assets$252
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
22% 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 | $750,000 | 12 | $252 |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 11 | $252 |
| 2025 | $715,000 | 9 | $252 |
How to apply
Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc 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 Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 8 | $685,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montreat College | Operational Support | $365,000 |
| Crossfire Ministries | Operational Support | $125,000 |
| Abccm | Operational Support | $100,000 |
| Swing King University | Operational Support | $30,000 |
| Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Kenilworth Presbyterian Church | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Timothy Brown Ministries | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Sports Outreach | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| Coaches Quest | Operational Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Winston W PULLIAM JR
- Lawrence C Pulliam
- John G Kelso
- Reverend Scott Rogers
- James Hardy Johnson Jr
- Christopher McFatter
Questions people ask
Does Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc give?
$715,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Winston W PULLIAM JR (President), Lawrence C Pulliam (Treasurer), John G Kelso (Secretary) and Reverend Scott Rogers (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.