Raftelis Foundation George Raftelis
Invitation OnlyCornelius, North Carolina · EIN 56-2105040 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $2,750.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eckerd College | St Petersburg, FL | Performing arts | $3,000 |
| Davidson College Presby Church | Davidson, NC | Church | $2,750 |
| Bethlehem University Foundation | Beltville, MD | Church | $1,000 |
| Cdm Foundation | South Bend, IN | Church seminary | $250 |
| Peninsula Community Fund | Cornelius, NC | Animal adoption agency | $250 |
| Watauga Rescue Squad | Boone, NC | Search & rescue | $100 |
| Cornelius Lemley Fire Rescue | Cornelius, NC | General support | $50 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($7,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,400 | 10 |
| 2023 | $47,380 | 16 |
| 2021 | $55,857 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512839349101306
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-2105040
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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