Wilson Foundation
Accepts applications
Wilson Foundation is a private foundation in Statesville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,800 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$60,800
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,800 the year before.
78% of its 2025 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 | $2,800 | 2 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $28,800 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $60,800 | 19 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Wilson Foundation 190 Wilson Park Road, Statesville, NC 28625 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (704) 872-2411, wilsonfoundation@glwilson.com |
| What to submit | Letter/form of applicant's choice, including IRS tax exempt determination letter |
| Deadlines | September 30 of the calendar year |
| Restrictions | The wilson foundation has provided support for the following areas of service: social services, education, health, arts and humanities, and the environment. Most of the foundations grants have been awarded to agencies in the iredell county area, and preference for funding is given to nc applicants. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wilson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 18 | $55,800 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street United Methodist Churc | Local community support | $15,000 |
| Fifth Street Ministries | Local community support | $10,000 |
| Iredell County Economic Development | Local community support | $5,000 |
| Penland School of Craft | Support of school | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont | Local community support | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Local event sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Mitchell Community College | Local community support | $2,500 |
| Feed NC | Local community support | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Northwest NC | Local community support | $2,500 |
| Icare-Inc | Local community support | $2,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Equipping With Truth Ministries Inc | Jireh children's home - uganda | $1,000 |
| Iredell County Crosby Scholars Comm | Local community support | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club STATESVILLE4TH Creek | Local fundraising event sponsorship | $900 |
| G4G Ministries Inc | Local community support | $750 |
| Rescue Ranch | Local community support | $500 |
| Monticello Community Church | Local community support - back to sc | $500 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | Local community support | $400 |
| North Iredell Middle School | Local public school support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Wilson Sr
- Julia L Wilson
- Leigh W Dotson
- Thomas L Wilson Jr
- Robert C Palmes Jr
- Mary W Palmes
Questions people ask
Does Wilson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 30 of the calendar year.
How much does Wilson Foundation give?
$60,800 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Wilson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Wilson Sr (President), Julia L Wilson (VP & Secreta), Leigh W Dotson (VP & Treasur) and Thomas L Wilson Jr (VP & Asst Tr) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wilson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.