The Katherine and Thomas Belk Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Katherine and Thomas Belk Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $350,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$350,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $680,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $680,000 | 12 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
The Katherine and Thomas Belk 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $2.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.3 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for the Carolinas | Annual fund | $1.4 million |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Charitable fund | $1.3 million |
| Myers Park Presbyterian Church | Annual fund | $600,000 |
| National Stewardship Foundation LLC | Annual fund | $100,000 |
| Via Health Partners | Annual fund | $15,000 |
| Good Fellows | Annual fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas M Belk Jr
- Katherine M Belk
- Katherine Belk Morris
- HW McKay Belk
- John R Belk
- Edward M Lazar
Questions people ask
Does The Katherine and Thomas Belk Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Katherine and Thomas Belk Foundation Inc give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $350,000.
Who runs The Katherine and Thomas Belk Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas M Belk Jr (Vice President/Director), Katherine M Belk (Secretary/Director), Katherine Belk Morris (President/Director) and HW McKay Belk (Vice President/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.