The Harold T Southern Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harold T Southern Family Foundation is a private foundation in Winston Salem, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $425,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $250,000. 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$425,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $390,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $410,000 | 8 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 8 | $8.8 million |
| 2025 | $425,000 | 8 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
The Harold T Southern Family 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 Harold T Southern Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 6 | $315,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Wake forest tennis project | $250,000 |
| Southern Tennis Foundation | Tennis mission | $100,000 |
| North Carolina Tennis Foundation | Youth endowment | $20,000 |
| Southern Appalachian Highlands | Conservation solutions for climate change for the mountains of north carolina and tennessee. | $15,000 |
| Furman University | Academic & athletics support | $10,000 |
| North Carolina Arboretum Society | Trails and youth education | $10,000 |
| Riverlink Inc | Promotes the environmental and economic vitality of the french broad river | $10,000 |
| Winston Salem Tennis Incorporated | "young folks tennis" | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah L Southern
- Elizabeth H Pappas
- Harold T Southern Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Harold T Southern Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harold T Southern Family Foundation give?
$425,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Harold T Southern Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah L Southern (President), Elizabeth H Pappas (Secretary) and Harold T Southern Jr (Vice President).
What does The Harold T Southern Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and youth programs.