The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou
Preselected recipients only
The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou is a private foundation in Kinston, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$23,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$743,925
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $51,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $23,500 | 7 | $743,925 |
How to apply
The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou 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
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $23,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The NC Marine and Estuary Foundatio | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ecu College of Fine Arts | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Helps | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Pinetops United Methodist Men | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ecu Health Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bladen We Care | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Edwards
- Stuart M Edwards
- Merle W Edwards
- Edwin M Edwards
- David C Edwards
Questions people ask
Does The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou give?
$23,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The E Merle & Ollie W Edwards Fou?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Edwards (President), Stuart M Edwards (Director), Merle W Edwards (Vice Pres) and Edwin M Edwards (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.