Barnes Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyDurham, North Carolina · EIN 90-1031172 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$829K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$35.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $169,900.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
22% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Theatre of Durham Inc | Durham, NC | General purpose support | $250,000 |
| Sarah P Duke Gardens | Durham, NC | General purpose support | $218,750 |
| American Council of Trustees & Alumni | Washington, DC | General purpose support | $169,900 |
| Nc Museum of Life & Science | Durham, NC | General purpose support | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Durham, NC | General purpose support | $25,000 |
| Carteret Community College Foundation | Morehead City, NC | General purpose support | $25,000 |
| Marine Corps League | Safford, VA | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Book Harvest | Durham, NC | General purpose support | $15,000 |
| Town of Beaufort | Beaufort, NC | General purpose support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $828,650 | 9 |
| 2024 | $1,744,000 | 14 |
| 2023 | $1,010,716 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601879349100570
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 90-1031172
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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