Foundations that fund organizations in Grifton, North Carolina
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Grifton nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $45K to Grifton organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
11 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Grifton around $3,000. 1 of these funders are based in North Carolina; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Grifton
- $45K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 11
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in NC
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Grifton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation | Kinston, NC | 9 | $38K | $3,000 | Preselected only | Needs; Fire needs; Purchase of books |
| International Paper Company Foundation | Memphis, TN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Battery powered fan |
| Baird Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Education |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Grifton, North Carolina?
The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation, International Paper Company Foundation, Baird Foundation Inc reported grants to Grifton organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Grifton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.