The Borden Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Borden Fund Inc is a private foundation in Goldsboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,900 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,100. 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$160,900
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,100
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $132,950 the year before.
24% 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 | $163,500 | 39 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $132,950 | 39 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $160,900 | 42 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Borden Fund 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 The Borden Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 35 | $147,850 |
| Virginia | 4 | $5,450 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Home Society of NC | Program support | $25,100 |
| NC Aquarium Society | Program support | $12,500 |
| Wayne County Development Alliance | Program support | $12,500 |
| Carolina Performing Arts | Program support | $10,000 |
| NC Museum of Art Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| United Way-Wayne County | Program support | $10,000 |
| Downtown Goldsboro Development Corp | Program support | $6,500 |
| American Red Cross | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Program support | $5,000 |
| Wayne County Boys & Girls Club | Program support | $5,000 |
| Wayne Opportunity Center | Program support | $5,000 |
| Asheville School | Program support | $4,000 |
| St Mary's School | Program support | $4,000 |
| Boy Scouts-Tuscarora | Program support | $3,700 |
| Kriquette's Kids | Program support | $3,500 |
| Museum of the Shenandoah Valley | Program support | $3,000 |
| NC Symphony | Program support | $3,000 |
| Wayne County Community Foundation | Program support | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Program support | $2,500 |
| Carolina Public Humanities | Program support | $2,500 |
| Communities Supporting Schools | Program support | $2,500 |
| Community Soup Kitchen | Program support | $2,500 |
| The Paramount Theatre Foundation | Program support | $2,500 |
| Wayne Pregnancy Center | Program support | $2,500 |
| Old Waynesborough Commission | Program support | $2,000 |
| University Presbyterian Church | Program support | $2,000 |
| Wayne County Recovery Corporation | Program support | $2,000 |
| Woodberry Forest School | Program support | $1,350 |
| NC Zoological Society | Program support | $1,250 |
| Historic Preservation Foundation NC | Program support | $1,200 |
| Fellowship of Christian Atheletes | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wayne Charitable Partnership | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wayne Health Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Winchester Education Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Ind College Fund of NC | Program support | $500 |
| Crimestoppers | Program support | $200 |
| McCallie School | Program support | $100 |
| PBS North Carolina | Program support | $100 |
| St David's School | Program support | $100 |
| UNC - Chapel Hill | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- W Lee Borden
- Martin W Borden
- Martha B Roberson
Questions people ask
Does The Borden Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Borden Fund Inc give?
$160,900 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Borden Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists W Lee Borden (Pres/Treas), Martin W Borden (Vice Pres) and Martha B Roberson (Secretary).
What does The Borden Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and human services.