Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in New Bern, North Carolina
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in New Bern, North Carolina, holding $40M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harold H Bate Foundation Incsince 1999 | $1.9M114 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $26M |
| Thomas B and Robertha K Coleman Foundation Incsince 1998 | $198K26 grants · 2025 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $4.5M |
| Helmut and Carmen Weisser Foundation Incsince 2022 | $25K10 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Yes | $1.4M |
| Upper Caroline Volunteer Fire Department Incsince 1995 | $24K1 grants · 2024 | $24K | Preselected only | $4.0M |
| Rapid Resource for Families Incsince 2010 | — | — | Preselected only | $4.3M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in North Carolina
All 3| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | North Carolina Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateNorth Carolina Arts Council | North Carolina Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | North Carolina Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateNorth Carolina Humanities | North Carolina Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in New Bern, North Carolina?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in New Bern, North Carolina with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $40M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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