The Bost Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bost Foundation is a private foundation in Cornelius, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,250 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$24,250
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$512,688
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $26,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $20,500 | 9 | $471,028 |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 11 | $478,711 |
| 2025 | $24,250 | 11 | $512,688 |
How to apply
The Bost 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 Bost Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Puerto Rico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Rico | 2 | $8,000 |
| North Carolina | 7 | $6,250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prisms Inc Operations | Operations | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hosp Operations | Operations | $5,000 |
| The Union Church of San Juan Operations | Capital improvements & maintenance | $5,000 |
| The Union Church of San Juan Operations | Capital improvements & maintenance | $3,000 |
| Angels and Sparrows Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| Hope House Foundation Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| NC Zoo Society Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| Neighborhood Care Center Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| Mt Zion Methodist Church Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| Cornelius History Museum Operations | Operations | $1,000 |
| Divers Alert Network Operations | Operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward B Bost
- Mark E Bost
- H Morrison Johnston
Questions people ask
Does The Bost Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bost Foundation give?
$24,250 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Bost Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward B Bost (President), Mark E Bost (VP) and H Morrison Johnston (Director).
What does The Bost Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.