Foundations that fund organizations in Charlotte, Virginia
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Charlotte nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $152K to Charlotte organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Charlotte around $1,000. 2 of these funders are based in Virginia; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Charlotte
- $152K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in VA
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Charlotte organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solunesco Foundation | Reston, VA | 1 | $150K | $150K | Preselected only | To donate to the Foundation |
| Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Education scholarships |
| Surtman Foundation | Smithfield, VA | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | Community service |
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 Charlotte, Virginia?
Solunesco Foundation, Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation, Surtman Foundation reported grants to Charlotte 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 Charlotte. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.