The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,600 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$250,600
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $217,700 the year before.
70% 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 | $217,700 | 28 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $250,600 | 43 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
The Thomas S Kenan III 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 Thomas S Kenan III Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 32 | $200,600 |
| New York | 2 | $17,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $9,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $5,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duplin County Education Foundation | Liberty hall commission - repairs | $30,000 |
| Kenan Center Lockport | Director's discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| Duplin County Board of Education | James kenan high school scholarships | $12,000 |
| St Stephens Episcopal Church | Designated for the fh kenan concert fund | $12,000 |
| Duke Universityalumni and Development Records | The thomas s. Kenan educational fund - sp duke gardens | $10,000 |
| Frank H Kenan Chapel Landfall | Uncsa music student concerts | $10,000 |
| Duke University | Kenan instititue ethics - director's discretionary | $10,000 |
| NC Arts in Action | Operations | $10,000 |
| North Carolina State University | Wrk, jr. Fund for ets | $10,000 |
| St Stephens Episcopal Church | Support organ dedication company | $10,000 |
| The Arts Center - Carrboro | Undesignated | $10,000 |
| Unc- Wilmington | Health care initiatives - honor dr. & mrs sayeds | $10,000 |
| UNC - Greensboro | Happy dubose kenan gray scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Urban Youth Impact Inc | Facilities imp./blg project & scholarships | $10,000 |
| National Tropical Botanical Garden | Kahanu garden discretionary fund | $6,000 |
| Durham Rescue Mission | Greatest needs | $5,000 |
| NC Center for Nonprofits | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Orange County | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| Trosa | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| School of Ethics and Global Leadership | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| Thalian Association Community Theatre | Support production of 1776 musical | $5,000 |
| Durham Nativity School | Instructional supplies | $3,000 |
| Caring House Inc | Operations - memory frankie dubose | $3,000 |
| Mount Vernon Ladies Association | Support - martha washington quilts | $3,000 |
| Landfall Foundation | Undesignated | $2,600 |
| First Presbyterian Church - Lockport | Music concerts | $2,500 |
| North Carolina Zoo Society | Undesignated - memory of owen kenan | $2,500 |
| North Carolina Children's Museum (Kidzu) | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Saint Mary's School | Support 2025 auction gala | $2,500 |
| Saint Mary's School | Designated for sarah graham kenan fund | $2,500 |
| Secu Family House of UNC Hospitals | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Swingpals Inc | Greatest needs | $2,500 |
| The Arts Center - Carrboro | Auction support | $2,500 |
| Virginia Theological Seminary | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Washington National Cathedral | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Inter-Faith Council for Social Service | Undesignated | $2,000 |
| Philanthropy Roundtable | Undesignated | $2,000 |
| BRIDGE21 Park City | Greatest needs | $1,000 |
| Duke Divinity School | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| Preservation North Carolina | Support "new wheels" | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas S Kenan III
- Steven R Armstrong
- Phyllis P Snow
- Christopher A Shuping
Questions people ask
Does The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation give?
$250,600 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas S Kenan III (Director/President), Steven R Armstrong (Director/Sec/Treasurer), Phyllis P Snow (Assistant Secretary) and Christopher A Shuping (Director).
What does The Thomas S Kenan III Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.