Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Morganton, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,905 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,188 and the largest $10,000. 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$50,905
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,188
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,927 the year before.
86% 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 | $41,175 | 34 | $869,444 |
| 2024 | $49,927 | 7 | $961,226 |
| 2025 | $50,905 | 22 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Ruth Harbison Carr Family 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 Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 19 | $45,650 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $155 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amorem | General fund | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Burke Co | Operating fund | $8,000 |
| Morris Animal Foundation | Healthy animals research | $5,000 |
| Burke United Christian Ministries | General fund | $4,000 |
| Morganton Parks and Recreation Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Good Samaritan Clinic | General fund | $4,000 |
| NC Veterinary Medical Foundation Inc | Veterinary medicine annual fund | $3,000 |
| The History Museum of Burke Co | General fund | $2,000 |
| Options | General fund | $2,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General fund | $2,000 |
| Autism Society of NC | General fund | $1,225 |
| Blue Ridge Healthcare Foundation | Grace ridge renovations and enhancement | $1,150 |
| The Library Foundation of Burke Co | General fund | $1,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| First Baptist Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Friends for Animals | General fund | $500 |
| A Better Life Animal Rescue | General fund | $500 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | General fund | $155 |
| Historic Burke Foundation | General fund | $125 |
| Gideons International | General fund | $100 |
| The Arbor Day Foundation | General fund | $100 |
| SPCA of Wake County | General fund | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph L Edwards Jr
- William R Edwards
- Kylie G Harris
- Ralph L Edwards III
- Margaret M Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation give?
$50,905 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,188.
Who runs Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph L Edwards Jr (President), William R Edwards (Vice-President), Kylie G Harris (Treasurer) and Ralph L Edwards III (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ruth Harbison Carr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and faith communities.