The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Burlington, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $845,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $470,000. 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$845,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$470,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $730,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $625,000 | 6 | $8.5 million |
| 2023 | $730,000 | 7 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $845,000 | 9 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
The Maurice J Koury 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 Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $800,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Educational Foundation Inc | To fund scholarships and the media and communications center. | $470,000 |
| Blessed Sacrament Church | To support the operations of the church. | $100,000 |
| Blessed Sacrament School | To support scholarships and the operations of the school. | $100,000 |
| NC Hall of Fame | To support the general fund | $100,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To support patient services. | $25,000 |
| Oakwood University | To support student scholarships. | $20,000 |
| Elon University | To support the general scholarship fund and the truitt center for spiritual life. | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army of Alamance County | To support the general fund | $10,000 |
| Christmas Cheer of Alamance County | To support the general fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Kirkpatrick Koury
- Miltom E Petty
Questions people ask
Does The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc give?
$845,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Kirkpatrick Koury (President/Secretary) and Miltom E Petty (Treasurer/Director).
What does The Maurice J Koury Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.