TBK Scholarship Foundation
Preselected recipients only
TBK Scholarship Foundation is a private foundation in Mills River, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,104 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $31,904. 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$51,104
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$31,904
- Assets$104,539
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,077 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,620 | 3 | $124,826 |
| 2024 | $48,077 | 4 | $122,535 |
| 2025 | $51,104 | 4 | $104,539 |
How to apply
TBK Scholarship 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 TBK Scholarship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 2 | $41,904 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Tuition and Expenses | $31,904 |
| Individual | Tuition assistance | $10,000 |
| Emeline and Adelaide Murrey | Tuition and School expenses | $6,000 |
| Individual | Tuition support and expenses | $3,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Knost
- Robert Maffeo
- Simeon Willis
- James Kincaid
- Greg Becthel
Questions people ask
Does TBK Scholarship Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does TBK Scholarship Foundation give?
$51,104 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs TBK Scholarship Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Knost (Pres Secretary), Robert Maffeo (Treasurer), Simeon Willis (VP) and James Kincaid (Business Consultant) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does TBK Scholarship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.