The Byrne Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Byrne Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Morrisville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$91,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $107,250 the year before.
22% 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 | $120,000 | 13 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $107,250 | 13 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $91,000 | 11 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Byrne Foundation 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 Byrne Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 9 | $73,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Children's Flight of Hope | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Exploris School | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Carolina's Golf Foundation | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Crohn's Colitis Foundation of Ameri | Research funding | $10,000 |
| Individual | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Wunc | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Duke University | Angel's special events revenue fund | $5,000 |
| Trosa | General use | $2,500 |
| Montclair State | General operating fund | $2,500 |
| American Heart Association | General operating fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Byrne
- James Mortenson
Questions people ask
Does The Byrne Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Byrne Foundation Inc give?
$91,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Byrne Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard J Byrne (President) and James Mortenson (Treasurer).
What does The Byrne Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.