The Trexler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Trexler Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $497,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $165,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$497,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $703,000 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $615,500 | 24 | $13.0 million |
| 2024 | $703,000 | 25 | $14.3 million |
| 2025 | $497,000 | 23 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
The Trexler 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 Trexler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 21 | $477,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Queens University of Charlotte | general | $165,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte | general | $125,000 |
| Charlotte Symphony Orchestra | general | $75,000 |
| The Umbrella Center | general | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | general | $25,000 |
| Crisis Assistance Ministry | general | $15,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | general | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | general | $10,000 |
| Covenant Presbyterian Church | general | $8,000 |
| Freedom School Partners | general | $7,500 |
| Childrens Hope Alliance | general | $5,000 |
| Nourish Up | general | $5,000 |
| Roof Above | general | $5,000 |
| Goodyear Arts Inc | general | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | general | $2,500 |
| Catawba River Keeper Foundation | general | $2,000 |
| Alexander Youth Network | general | $1,000 |
| Catawba Lands Conservancy | general | $1,000 |
| UNC Chapel Hill | general | $1,000 |
| Davidson College | general | $1,000 |
| Supportive Housing Communities | general | $1,000 |
| Augustine Literacy Project | general | $1,000 |
| Trees Charlotte | general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary M Trexler
- Alice E Trexler
- Charles B Trexler Jr
- James H Trexler
- Charles B Trexler III
Questions people ask
Does The Trexler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Trexler Foundation give?
$497,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Trexler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary M Trexler (Trustee), Alice E Trexler (Trustee), Charles B Trexler Jr (Trustee) and James H Trexler (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Trexler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and arts and culture.