William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $324,900 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 and the largest $110,100. 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$324,900
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$110,100
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $298,095 the year before.
50% 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 | $298,095 | 29 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $324,900 | 28 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
William B McGuire Jr 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 William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 15 | $257,300 |
| Florida | 3 | $35,000 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $26,700 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Myers Park Presbyterian Church | To support charitable programs | $110,100 |
| Atrium Health Foundation | To support charitable programs | $21,200 |
| Cultural Center at Ocean Reef | To support charitable programs | $20,000 |
| NC Blumenthal Performing Art Center | To support charitable programs | $20,000 |
| Charlotte Country Day School | To support charitable programs | $17,500 |
| Davidson College | To support charitable programs | $15,000 |
| Mint Museum Uptown | To support charitable programs | $12,000 |
| Colonnade Society of the Duke Mansion | To support charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Habitat Charlotte Region | To support charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Ocean Reef Chapel Foundation | To support charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Spoleto Festival USA | To support charitable programs | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To support charitable programs | $10,000 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | To support charitable programs | $8,000 |
| St Paul United Methodist Church | To support charitable programs | $8,000 |
| Christ Church Kindergarden | To support charitable programs | $7,500 |
| Bonefish & Tarpon Trust | To support charitable programs | $5,000 |
| Charlotte Symphony Orchestra | To support charitable programs | $5,000 |
| Gibbes Museum of Art | To support charitable programs | $5,000 |
| UNC - Kenan-Flager Business School | To support charitable programs | $5,000 |
| Union Psce | To support charitable programs | $5,000 |
| The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation | To support charitable programs | $2,700 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | To support charitable programs | $2,500 |
| North Georgia Community Foundation | To support charitable programs | $2,500 |
| Hopewell Southern Methodist Church | To support charitable programs | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society NC Southeast | To support charitable programs | $1,000 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | To support charitable programs | $500 |
| Eric Carle Museum | To support charitable programs | $200 |
| Trust for Public Land | To support charitable programs | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Susanne H McGuire
- William H McGuire
- Caroline M Winslett
- William B McGuire Jr
Questions people ask
Does William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation give?
$324,900 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susanne H McGuire (Director - President), William H McGuire (Director - Vice President), Caroline M Winslett (Director - Vice President) and William B McGuire Jr (Director - Chairman).
What does William B McGuire Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and arts and culture.