Foundations that fund organizations in Hays, North Carolina
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Hays nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $18K to Hays organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Hays around $3,250. 3 of these funders are based in North Carolina; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Hays
- $18K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $3,250
- Based in NC
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Hays organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Foundation | Hays, NC | 2 | $6,500 | $3,250 | Preselected only | Operating fund; General fund |
| Nchsaa Foundation Inc | Chapel Hill, NC | 2 | $5,814 | $2,907 | Preselected only | Health, safety & wellness initiatives; Athletic program grant |
| Jesse David & Katie Bundy Scholarship | High Point, NC | 1 | $5,400 | $5,400 | Preselected only | Educational expense |
| The Covia Foundation | Independence, OH | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General operating support |
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 Hays, North Carolina?
Melton Foundation, Nchsaa Foundation Inc, Jesse David & Katie Bundy Scholarship, The Covia Foundation reported grants to Hays 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 Hays. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.