The Bolick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bolick Foundation is a private foundation in Conover, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $22.5 million in 266 grants; the typical grant was $39,787 and the largest $6.7 million. 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$22.5 million
- Number of grants266
- Typical grant$39,787
- Largest grant$6.7 million
- Assets$515 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $18.2 million the year before.
25% 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 | $18.2 million | 272 | $452 million |
| 2024 | $22.5 million | 266 | $515 million |
How to apply
The Bolick 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 The Bolick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 33 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $8.2 million |
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $1.6 million |
| North Carolina | 44 | $1.6 million |
| Texas | 21 | $1.5 million |
| Georgia | 16 | $1.2 million |
| Colorado | 17 | $1.1 million |
| Illinois | 16 | $953,697 |
| Florida | 16 | $854,301 |
| Virginia | 14 | $640,719 |
| Michigan | 10 | $562,366 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod | Evangelism | $6.7 million |
| Lutheran Hour Ministries | Evangelism | $990,667 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Support local and faith-based public charities | $957,155 |
| Concordia Seminary St Louis | Seminary/training and equipping | $293,240 |
| Eastern European Mission | Evangelism | $248,547 |
| Gateway International Missions | General operating fund | $200,000 |
| Radius International | Discipleship | $198,231 |
| Operation Mobilization USA | Evangelism | $195,592 |
| Mesa Global | Seminary/training and equipping | $176,121 |
| Launch Global | Church planting | $172,311 |
| Concordia Theological Seminary Ft Wayne | Seminary | $171,106 |
| Every Home for Christ | Bolivia | $159,149 |
| Biblical Education by Extension Inc | Seminary/training and equipping | $149,480 |
| Big Life International | Discipleship | $149,480 |
| Christian Missionary Fellowship Int | Discipleship | $149,480 |
| Elam Ministries Inc | Seminary/training and equipping | $149,325 |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church in America | Evangelism | $149,325 |
| Evangelism Explosion International | Evangelism | $149,325 |
| Harvesters Ministries Inc | Growing the way | $149,325 |
| The Mailbox Club | Youth/children ministries | $149,325 |
| New International | Seminary/training and equipping | $148,796 |
| Our Daily Bread | College/young adult ministries | $148,796 |
| Pioneers Inc | Seminary/training and equipping | $148,796 |
| E3 Partners Ministry | Seminary/training and equipping | $146,935 |
| The Evangelical Alliance Mission | Evangelism | $146,620 |
| Act Beyond | Church planting | $124,403 |
| International Cooperating Ministries | Digital evangelism | $120,846 |
| International Mission Board | Evangelism | $119,362 |
| International Fellowship of Evangelical Students | College/young adult ministries | $119,362 |
| Sil International | Bible translation and distribution | $102,297 |
| Reaching Souls International | Missionary work | $99,713 |
| China Outreach Ministries | Seminary/training and equipping | $99,325 |
| Crossover Global | Church planting | $99,325 |
| Dare 2 Share Ministries | Youth/children ministries | $99,325 |
| Friends of Agape | Seminary/training and equipping | $99,222 |
| Global Media Outreach | Discipleship | $99,222 |
| Luis Palau Association | Evangelsim | $99,222 |
| University Christian High School | Youth/children ministries | $99,222 |
| Send International of the US | Youth/children ministries | $98,884 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Discipleship | $98,871 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerome W Bolick
- Judith Bolick Munday
- Joyce B Cline
- Stephen G Dobbins
- David W Hood
- Matthew C Harrison
Questions people ask
Does The Bolick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bolick Foundation give?
$22.5 million in tax year 2024, across 266 grants, with a typical grant of $39,787.
Who runs The Bolick Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerome W Bolick (President/Treasurer), Judith Bolick Munday (Secretary), Joyce B Cline (Executive Director) and Stephen G Dobbins (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bolick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.