Troan Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Troan Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$75,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $148,680 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $130,500 | 8 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $148,680 | 7 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 6 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Troan 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 Troan Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $70,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NC State Engineering Foundation | Educational services and schools | $20,000 |
| North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Foundation | Support of academic and educational programs | $20,000 |
| South Carolina Governors School for Science & Mathematics Foundation Inc | Educational services and schools | $20,000 |
| A Place at the Table | Nonprofit cafe providing food for the hungry | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of NC | Food banks & food pantries for families struggling with hunger | $5,000 |
| City Harvest | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Erik W Troan
- Brigid V Troan
- Barbara Troan
Questions people ask
Does Troan Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Troan Foundation Inc give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Troan Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Erik W Troan (Chairman & President), Brigid V Troan (Secretary & Treasurer) and Barbara Troan (Director).
What does Troan Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and food and hunger.