Michael and Karen Schley Foundation
Invitation OnlyRaleigh, North Carolina · EIN 47-5393391 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$286K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$7.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $55,000.
From the return
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
42% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nc Justice Center | Raleigh, NC | To eliminte poverty in north carolina by ensuring that every household in the state has access to the resources, services, and fair… | $102,500 |
| Kongoni Network Community Based Organization | KE | Improving computer and reading skills in kenya primary and secondary schools and for construction of the kongoni community library. | $80,000 |
| North Raleigh Ministries Inc | Raleigh, NC | Provide emergency assistance to residents in north raleigh experiencing crisis and needing help with essential human needs. | $55,000 |
| Millbrook Magnet High School Ptsa | Raleigh, NC | Fund scholarships to deserving students to go to wake tech community college | $14,400 |
| Faith Ministry | Mcallen, TX | To build houses, sponsor children, meet spirtitual and medical needs, and provide a community of fellowship. | $10,000 |
| Hope College | Holland, MI | Educating students for lives of leadership and service in a global society. | $10,000 |
| The Ifma Foundation | Houston, TX | Promoting education for the facility management profession around the world and making fm a career of choice. | $10,000 |
| Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church | Raleigh, NC | Joining together as a community to serve the most vulnerable. | $4,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $285,900 | 8 |
| 2023 | $219,300 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513099349100746
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-5393391
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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