George T Lewisjr 2001 Foundation
Invitation OnlyCharlotte, North Carolina · EIN 81-4281545 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $40,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
25% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shriner's Hospital | Greenville, SC | Donation | $200,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Atlanta, GA | Donation | $150,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $100,000 |
| Western Youth Network | Boone, NC | Donation | $100,000 |
| Brookstone Schools of Mecklenburg C | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $80,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Woodlands Hills, CA | Donation | $75,000 |
| V Foundation for Cancer Research | Cary, NC | Donation | $60,000 |
| YMCA Central Carolinas | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $50,000 |
| Charlotte Rescue Mission | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $45,000 |
| Council for Children's Rights | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $40,000 |
| Wamy Community Action | Boone, NC | Donation | $40,000 |
| Presbyterian Medical Center | Charlotte, NC | Donation | $25,000 |
The return also lists 13 grants to individuals ($860,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,825,000 | 25 |
| 2023 | $1,800,000 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543159349101704
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4281545
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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