The Paul & Carol Cole Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBluefield, West Virginia · EIN 54-1830656 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,260 and $43,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | 7 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 COUNTRY CLUB HILL, BLUEFIELD WV 24701 |
| Phone | 3043270511 |
| Form and materials | NONE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside West Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield State University | Bluefield, WV | Dorm furniture | $60,000 |
| Bluefield State University | Bluefield, WV | Tuition assistance - van purchase | $52,500 |
| City of Bluefield | Bluefield, WV | Mercer county airport runway extension project | $43,000 |
| Wv Community Services for Women Inc | Bluefield, WV | Hvac and signage at stadium drive facility | $37,000 |
| Women's Center of Mercer County Inc | Bluefield, WV | Kitchen remodel at south st facility | $32,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Mercer County | Princeton, WV | Partial grant towards van purchase | $7,500 |
| Bluefield Beautification Corporation | Bluefield, WV | City park tree pruning | $5,500 |
| Blue Ridge Junior Golf Tour | Bluefield, WV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Bluefield Arts and Revitalization Corporation | Bluefield, WV | Roof travelers hotel | $4,260 |
| Westminister at Wade | Bluefield, WV | Student food program | $4,000 |
| Dogwood Theatricals | Rocky Gap, VA | Microphones | $3,290 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $254,050 | 11 |
| 2024 | $223,377 | 15 |
| 2023 | $197,598 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612129349100211
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-1830656
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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