The McMichael Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McMichael Family Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.3 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $191,500 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$191,500
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$70.6 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
36% 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 | $2.8 million | 5 | $57.8 million |
| 2023 | $3.1 million | 8 | $66.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 11 | $70.6 million |
How to apply
The McMichael 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 McMichael Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $2.3 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $447,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $225,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $185,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $103,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grants Under 100000 Available Upon Request | Various-details upon request | $1.4 million |
| University of Georgia | General purpose | $447,000 |
| Elon University | General purpose | $235,000 |
| Project Liberia | General purpose | $225,000 |
| NC State University | Endowed scholarship | $200,000 |
| High Point Reg Health Foundation | General purpose | $191,500 |
| National Christian Foundation Ky | General purpose | $185,000 |
| Meninak Club Foundation | General purpose | $103,000 |
| Barry Joyce Cancer Support | General purpose | $100,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Reidsv | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center | General purpose | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dalton L McMichael Jr
- Flavel McMichael Godfrey
- Gail Lane
- Whitney Brigman Heard
- Anna Drew Kirk
- Andrew Martin Miracle
Questions people ask
Does The McMichael Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McMichael Family Foundation give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $191,500.
Who runs The McMichael Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dalton L McMichael Jr (President/Di), Flavel McMichael Godfrey (Vice Pres/Di), Gail Lane (Treasurer/Di) and Whitney Brigman Heard (Secretary/Ju) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The McMichael Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.