The Eplee Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Eplee Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Huntersville, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $232,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$232,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $238,875 the year before.
31% 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 | $238,875 | 13 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $232,000 | 13 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
The Eplee 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 Eplee Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $83,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $65,000 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $24,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ixtatan Foundation | Ministry | $40,000 |
| Calvary Baptist Church | Ministry | $30,000 |
| Doctor's Without Borders | Ministry | $30,000 |
| New Vision Urban Impact | Ministry | $24,000 |
| Building Goodness Foundation | Ministry | $20,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Ministry | $20,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | Ministry | $15,000 |
| Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Louisville Seminary | Ministry | $10,000 |
| The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Trinity Baptist Church | Ministry | $10,000 |
| South Mountain Christian Camp | Ministry | $8,000 |
| Theological Horizons | Ministry | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shirley J Eplee
- Herbert W Eplee Jr
- Gordon Kelly Eplee
- Melvin Glen Eplee
Questions people ask
Does The Eplee Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Eplee Foundation Inc give?
$232,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Eplee Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Shirley J Eplee (Secretary), Herbert W Eplee Jr (Director), Gordon Kelly Eplee (President) and Melvin Glen Eplee (Director).
What does The Eplee Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.