The Joseph M Bryan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joseph M Bryan Foundation is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.9 million in 59 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$67.7 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.7 million the year before.
37% 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 | $8.7 million | 55 | $65.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 59 | $67.7 million |
How to apply
The Joseph M Bryan 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 Joseph M Bryan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 57 | $2.8 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shifted | High dosage tutoring COVID learning loss | $400,000 |
| Action Greensboro | Operations & yp support; boomerang greensboro support, impact luncheon 2024 sponsorship; 2024 sales tax campaign/public eduation | $355,000 |
| United Way of Greater Greensboro | Annual support | $300,000 |
| Ready for School Ready for Life | Operational support; edi grant | $250,274 |
| Wyndham Championship | Wyndham championship foundation | $250,000 |
| Piedmont Triad Partnership | Investment for economic development | $200,000 |
| Greensboro Chamber of Commerce | Membership dues and general support | $105,689 |
| NC A&t University | Harold l martin sr & davida wagner martin legacy endowed scholarship | $100,000 |
| Arts Council of Greater Greensboro | Annual support | $75,000 |
| City of Greensboro Bryan Golf Course | General improvements | $69,393 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro | Matt brown learn to swim endowment fund | $50,000 |
| Triangle Sports Commission | 2029 world university games | $50,000 |
| Bryan Park | Unrestricted | $49,649 |
| Guilford County Schools | Educational support | $40,000 |
| Greensboro Jaycees Holiday Parade | Annual holiday parade support | $33,340 |
| Bryan National Collegiate Tournament | Bryan collegiate golf tournament | $32,025 |
| Greensboro Randolph Megasite Foundation | Support for operations; megasite manuscript | $30,913 |
| Greensboro Grasshoppers | Support for greensboro baseball | $30,000 |
| Carolinas Pga Section | Pga carolinas open sponsorship | $30,000 |
| City of Greensboro | Landscaping center city park patio | $25,767 |
| Economic Development Partnership of NC | Economic development partnership of nc annual support | $25,000 |
| Greensboro Sports Foundation | Acc women's basketball tournament | $25,000 |
| Greensboro Symphony Orchestra | Rehearsal space construction | $25,000 |
| Guilford Education Alliance | Gea sponsorship for celebration of excellence | $25,000 |
| North Carolina Folk Festival | Nc folk festival sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Randolph County NC Economic Development Corporation | Randolph rises capital campaign pledge | $25,000 |
| National Conference for Community and Justice | Bridge funding grant; nccj citation award dinner | $22,500 |
| City of Greensboro | Monument | $15,000 |
| Teach for America | Support for teachers in the north carolina region | $15,000 |
| Bringing Out the Best | Bridge funding | $15,000 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | Invest early nc fund | $15,000 |
| NC Triad Fusion | Beyond sports programming donation | $15,000 |
| City of Greensboro Bryan Park Pickleball Center | Pickleball center | $10,339 |
| Bikes for Kids Foundation | New bikes and helmets | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Scholarships, admin & supplies | $10,000 |
| Greensboro Natural Science Center | See to believe gala | $10,000 |
| Old North State Council Bsa Inc | Friends of scouting | $10,000 |
| Piedmont Triad Charitable Foundation | The first tee of central carolina fundraiser | $10,000 |
| Welfare Reform Liason Project | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Greensboro Police Foundation | In memory of sgt. Dale nix | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- E S Melvin
- Carole W Simms
- Shirley T Frye
- J Edward Kitchen
- David G Altman
- Robert E Long
- Louise F Brady
Questions people ask
Does The Joseph M Bryan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joseph M Bryan Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2024, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Joseph M Bryan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists E S Melvin (President/Director), Carole W Simms (Sec-Treas/Director), Shirley T Frye (Chairman of the Board/Director) and J Edward Kitchen (Vice President/Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Joseph M Bryan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.