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Harry S & Kathleen H Melikian Foundation Inc

Invitation Only

Wilmington, North Carolina · EIN 84-3201120 · Private foundation

Grants paid (2025)$44K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$1,150
Total assets$173K

Half of its grants to organizations were between $850 and $10,220.

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.

  • Animal Welfare2
  • Homelessness2
  • Human Services2
  • Arts & Culture1
  • Education1

Where it gives

57% of grants went outside North Carolina.

Grants paid in tax year 2025

RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Westfield State UniversityWestrield, MAScholarships for seniors in music$20,000
Foundation for Tjo AnimalsSpringfield, MAAnimal welfare$10,220
Nourish NcWilmington, NCProvide nourishment and food$10,220
Pine Street InnBoston, MASupport homeless individuals$1,150
Wake County SPCARaleigh, NCAnimal welfare$1,150
Durham Rescue MissionDurham, NCSupport homeless individuals$850
Say IncIrvington, NYSupport for overcoming suttering$275

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidGrant lines
2025$43,8657
2024$18,9106
2023$27,2509

Sources

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