The Howe Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Howe Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cherryville, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $107,300 in 67 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,500. 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$107,300
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,800 the year before.
28% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $98,800 | 53 | $2.5 million |
| 2023 | $105,800 | 53 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $107,300 | 67 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Howe 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 Howe Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 55 | $87,800 |
| Virginia | 5 | $13,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest School of Medicine | Donee organization | $6,500 |
| Washington and Lee University | Donee organization | $6,000 |
| Carolina Thread Trail | Donee organization | $5,000 |
| Caromont Health Foundation | Donee organization | $5,000 |
| Novant Health Foundation | Donee organization | $5,000 |
| R L Stowe Family YMCA | Donee organization | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Gaston | Donee organization | $4,000 |
| Charlotte Master Chorale | Donee organization | $4,000 |
| Virginia Episcopal | Donee organization | $3,000 |
| UNC Chapel Hill | Donee organization | $2,600 |
| Belmont Historical Society | Donee organization | $2,500 |
| Charlotte Country Day School | Donee organization | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Gastonia | Donee organization | $2,500 |
| Holy Angels | Donee organization | $2,500 |
| Belmont Abbey Performing Arts | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Belmont Community Organization | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Gaston County Family YMCA | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Gaston Day School | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Hampden-Sydney College | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Donee organization | $2,000 |
| Davidson College | Donee organization | $1,500 |
| Belmont Central Elementary School | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Belmont Middle School | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Catawba Heights Elementary School | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Catawba River Keepers | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Catherine's House | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Ecu Medical Foundation | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Gaston County Young Life | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Generals Redoubt | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Greensboro Young Life | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Health Guidance Center Foundation | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| House of Mercy | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Lifeline Children's Services | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Love's Chapel Presbyterian Church | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Mended Hearts | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Mt Moriah Baptist Church | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Baptist Church | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| New Hope Elementary School | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| North Belmont Elementary School | Donee organization | $1,000 |
| O Connors Grove AME Zion Church | Donee organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Howe
Questions people ask
Does The Howe Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Howe Foundation Inc give?
$107,300 in tax year 2024, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Howe Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Howe (Treasurer).
What does The Howe Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.