Rusty Pulliam Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyAsheville, North Carolina · EIN 46-0796397 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$715K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$252
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $100,000.
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
11% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montreat College | Montreat, NC | Operational Support | $365,000 |
| Crossfire Ministries | Asheville, NC | Operational Support | $125,000 |
| Abccm | Asheville, NC | Operational Support | $100,000 |
| Swing King University | Carriere, MS | Operational Support | $30,000 |
| Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity | Asheville, NC | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Kenilworth Presbyterian Church | Asheville, NC | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Timothy Brown Ministries | Arden, NC | Operational Support | $25,000 |
| Sports Outreach | Asheville, NC | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| Coaches Quest | Fletcher, NC | Operational Support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $715,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $1,351,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $750,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349104070
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-0796397
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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