The Allen Tate Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Allen Tate Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$32,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$395,984
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $124,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $88,000 | 9 | $318,266 |
| 2024 | $124,000 | 7 | $369,931 |
| 2025 | $32,500 | 6 | $395,984 |
How to apply
The Allen Tate 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $32,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Thread Trail Capital | Unrestricted cash | $10,000 |
| Homeowners Impact Fund | Unrestricted cash | $10,000 |
| Boys Scouts of America | Unrestricted cash | $5,000 |
| The Goodfellows Club | Unrestricted cash | $5,000 |
| Charlotte Center City Partners | Unrestricted cash | $2,000 |
| Friendship Place | Unrestricted cash | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- H Allen Tate III
- Patrick Riley
- Elizabeth Gordon
Questions people ask
Does The Allen Tate Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Allen Tate Foundation give?
$32,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Allen Tate Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists H Allen Tate III (Trustee), Patrick Riley (Trustee) and Elizabeth Gordon (Trustee).