The Wallace Family Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-8798457
Foundation Overview
Based in Salisbury, NC, The Wallace Family Foundation Inc has awarded 184 grants totaling $4,417,517 to organizations in North Carolina, South Carolina and 8 other states, plus international recipients. Individual grants range from $45 to $1,200,350, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
9 of 20 recipients (45%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
84% of all grants are concentrated in North Carolina, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within North Carolina, funding concentrates in Salisbury (71%), Spencer (8%), Charlotte (8%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 167% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (34%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Wallace Family Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cpcc Scholarship | $3,312 | Charlotte, NC, US | Education | 2024 |
| Families First Nc Inc | $12,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Shelter | 2024 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Religion | 2024 |
| Lee St Theatre | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2024 |
| Nccf Linville Ridge Scholarship | $8,100 | Ralwigh, NC, US | Scholarship | 2024 |
| Public Justice Foundation | $2,500 | Washington, DC, US | Community | 2024 |
| Rcec Pta | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2024 |
| Rowan County United Way | $4,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2024 |
| Salisbury Academy | $300,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2024 |
| South Carolina Beach Advocates | $150 | Folly Beach, SC, US | Environment | 2024 |
| South Carolina Environmental Law | $500 | Georgetown, SC, US | Environment | 2024 |
| Waterworks Visual Arts Center | $9,750 | Salisbury, NC, US | Arts | 2024 |
| Nazareth Child And Family Connectio | $1,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2024 |
| Piedmont Players Theatre Inc | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2024 |
| Salisbury Symphony Orchestra | $120 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2024 |
| American Red Cross | $250 | Charlotte, NC, US | Blood Drive | 2024 |
| Brick Ed Academy | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2024 |
| Community Care Clinic | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Health | 2024 |
| Shelter Guardians | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Animal Care | 2024 |
| Salisbury Rowan Heart Ball | $550 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2024 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $6,381 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2023 |
| Catawba College | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Private University | 2023 |
| Lee St Theatre | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2023 |
| Families First Nc Inc | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Shelter | 2023 |
| Salisbury Academy | $600,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2023 |
| Partners In Learning | $1,800 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2023 |
| South Carolina Beach Advocates | $150 | Folly Beach, SC, US | Environment | 2023 |
| Power Cross | $5,000 | Statesville, NC, US | Education | 2023 |
| Virginia Whitfield Endowed Scholars | $250 | Adelphi, MD, US | Education | 2023 |
| Brookgreen Gardens | $125 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Education | 2023 |
| Lr Chairty | $3,025 | Hickory, NC, US | Education | 2023 |
| Public Justice Foundation | $12,500 | Washington, DC, US | Community | 2023 |
| Muddy Sneakers | $300 | Raleigh, NC, US | Community | 2023 |
| South Carolina Environmental Law | $500 | Georgetown, SC, US | Environment | 2023 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Religion | 2023 |
| Cpcc Scholarship | $2,640 | Charlotte, NC, US | Education | 2023 |
| Nccf Linville Ridge Scholarship | $3,650 | Ralwigh, NC, US | Scholarship | 2023 |
| United Way Rowan | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2022 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $13,976 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2022 |
| Catawba College | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Private University | 2022 |
| Salisbury Lions Club | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Humanitarian Services | 2022 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $554 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2022 |
| Novant Medical Center | $600,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Medical Center | 2022 |
| Rowan Heart Fund Ball | $350 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2022 |
| Lee St Theatre | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2022 |
| North Hills Christian School | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2022 |
| Meroney Theater Piedmont Players | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Theatre | 2022 |
| Ymca | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2022 |
| Nc Museum Of Dolls And Toys | $22,500 | Spencer, NC, US | Education | 2022 |
| Families First Nc Inc | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Shelter | 2022 |
| Linville Ridge Employee Asst Fund | $19,650 | Linville, NC, US | Community | 2022 |
| Salisbury Academy | $200,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2022 |
| Children's Flight Of Hope | $1,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Familey Services | 2022 |
| Dancing With The Stars Of Charlotte | $1,000 | Charlotte, NC, US | Education | 2022 |
| Rowan Public Library | $2,030 | Salisbury, NC, US | Public Library | 2021 |
| Wake Forest University | $10,000 | Winston Salem, NC, US | Private University | 2021 |
| United Way Rowan | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2021 |
| Family Crises Council | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Shelter | 2021 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2021 |
| Brook Green Garden | $300 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Botanical Garden | 2021 |
| Eastminster Daycare Foundation | $500 | East Lansing, MI, US | Childcare Development | 2021 |
| Catawba College | $250,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Private University | 2021 |
| Community Care Clinic | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Medical Clinic | 2021 |
| Salisbury Lions Club | $2,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Humanitarian Services | 2021 |
| Meals On Wheels | $2,280 | Spencer, NC, US | Social Services | 2021 |
| Three Rivers Land Trust | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Conservation | 2021 |
| Partners In Learning | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Preschool | 2021 |
| American Legion | $1,000 | Rockhill, SC, US | Veterans | 2021 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Youth Organization | 2021 |
| Faithful Friends | $400 | Salisbury, NC, US | Animal Shelter | 2021 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $50 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community | 2021 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | Disease Prevention | 2021 |
| Novant Medical Center | $600,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Medical Center | 2021 |
| Lawrence Stanback Scholarship | $5,000 | Durham, NC, US | Education | 2021 |
| Brook Green Gardens | $110 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Cultural Conservation | 2020 |
| Novant Health Foundation | $100 | Charlotte, NC, US | Improve Community Health | 2020 |
| Rowan Public Library | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Public Library | 2020 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | $150 | Salisbury, NC, US | Christian Education | 2020 |
| United Way | $2,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Support Community | 2020 |
| Wake Forest University | $10,000 | Winston Salem, NC, US | Private University | 2020 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2020 |
| Sancutary House Of Gso | $50 | Greensboro, NC, US | Shelter | 2020 |
| Shelter Guardians | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Animal Shelter | 2020 |
| Tabernacle Umc | $100 | Greensboro, NC, US | Worship | 2020 |
| Nc Doll & Toy Museum | $400 | Spencer, NC, US | Museum | 2020 |
| Family Crisis Center | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Shelter | 2020 |
| North Hills Christian School | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Christian Education | 2020 |
| Muddy Sneakers | $500 | Brevard, NC, US | Promote Environmental Edutcation In | 2020 |
| Brook Green Gardens | $100 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Cultural Conservation | 2019 |
| Catawba College | $30,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2019 |
| Community Care Clinic | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Support Community Health Care | 2019 |
| English Speaking Union | $64 | Spencer, NC, US | Speak English | 2019 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Serve Community In A Religious Capac | 2019 |
| Lee St Theatre | $962 | Salisbury, NC, US | Performing Arts | 2019 |
| Meals On Wheels | $500 | Spencer, NC, US | Provide Meals For Ederly | 2019 |
| Novant Health Foundation | $500 | Charlotte, NC, US | Improve Community Health | 2019 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $8,550 | Salisbury, NC, US | Homeless Shelter | 2019 |
| Salisbury Academy | $10,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2019 |
| Sc Beach Advocates | $100 | Folly Beach, SC, US | Educate Public About Environment | 2019 |
| Ymca | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community Health | 2019 |
| Wake Forest University | $10,000 | Winston Salem, NC, US | Private University | 2019 |
| Beds For Kids | $100 | Charlotte, NC, US | Beds For Kids | 2019 |
| Salvation Army | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Used Goods/clothing | 2019 |
| Salisbury Rowan Heartball | $175 | Charlotte, NC, US | Novant Hospital Fundraiser | 2019 |
| St Pauls Church | $45 | Pawleys Island, SC, US | Serve Comm. In Religious Capacity | 2019 |
| Hamilton Children | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Childrens Education | 2019 |
| Faithful Friends | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Animal Adoption | 2019 |
| Rowan Public Library | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Public Library | 2019 |
| Dan Nicholas Park | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Public Park | 2019 |
| Nazareth Childrens Home | $250 | Rockwell, NC, US | Child Welfare | 2019 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Serve Community In A Religious Capac | 2018 |
| Rowan Co United Way | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Needs Assessment Education, | 2018 |
| Brook Green Gardens | $275 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Cultural Conservation | 2018 |
| Catawba College | $5,600 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2018 |
| Community Care Clinic | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Support Community Health Care | 2018 |
| English Speaking Union | $90 | Spencer, NC, US | Speak English | 2018 |
| Family Crisis Council | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Temporory Shelter;court Advocacy | 2018 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $250 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2018 |
| Meals On Wheels | $500 | Spencer, NC, US | Provide Meals For Ederly | 2018 |
| Ncmsahef-rowan County | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Health Education | 2018 |
| Novant Health Foundation | $1,200,350 | Charlotte, NC, US | Improve Community Health | 2018 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $5,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Homeless Shelter | 2018 |
| Salisbury Academy | $20,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2018 |
| Nc Museum Of Dolls Toys Minitures | $250 | Spencer, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2018 |
| Lee St Theatre | $5,544 | Salisbury, NC, US | Performing Arts | 2018 |
| Ymca | $5,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community Health | 2018 |
| Salisbury Rowan Comm Foundation | $1,000 | Charlotte, NC, US | Philanthropy | 2018 |
| Michiana Humane Society | $250 | Michigan City, IN, US | Animal Care | 2018 |
| Power Cross | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Community Outreach | 2018 |
| National Judicial College | $2,500 | Reno, NV, US | Judicial Education | 2018 |
| Nc League Of Consevation Voter | $10,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Environmental Conservation | 2018 |
| Sc Beach Advocates | $100 | Folly Beach, SC, US | Educate Public About Environment | 2018 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Serve Community In A Religious Capac | 2017 |
| Rowan Co United Way | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Needs Assessment Education, | 2017 |
| Rowan County Museum | $400 | Salisbury, NC, US | Educate Public About Rowan Co | 2017 |
| Brook Green Gardens | $1,000 | Murrells Inlet, SC, US | Cultural Conservation | 2017 |
| Catawba College | $7,337 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2017 |
| Community Care Clinic | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Support Community Health Care | 2017 |
| Dancing Classrooms Virgin Islands | $1,000 | St Thomas, VI, US | Youth Life Skills | 2017 |
| English Speaking Union | $64 | Spencer, NC, US | Speak English | 2017 |
| Faithful Friends | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Pet Adoption | 2017 |
| Family Crisis Council | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Temporory Shelter;court Advocacy | 2017 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $10,173 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2017 |
| Imagine Nc First | $50,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Fund Underserved Nc Communities | 2017 |
| Meals On Wheels | $1,250 | Spencer, NC, US | Provide Meals For Ederly | 2017 |
| My Brother's Workshop | $2,500 | St Thomas, VI, US | At-risk Youth | 2017 |
| Ncmsahef-rowan County | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Health Education | 2017 |
| Novant Health Foundation | $1,673 | Charlotte, NC, US | Improve Community Health | 2017 |
| Sc Beach Advocates | $250 | Folly Beach, SC, US | Educate Envirnmental Impact | 2017 |
| Peo-ab Chapter | $250 | Winston Salem, NC, US | Empower Women | 2017 |
| Piedmont Players | $4,850 | Salisbury, NC, US | Performing Arts | 2017 |
| Public Justice Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | Combat Social & Economic Injustice | 2017 |
| Rowan Co Habitat For Humanity | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Building Communities | 2017 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $905 | Salisbury, NC, US | Homeless Shelter | 2017 |
| Salisbury Academy | $20,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2017 |
| Salisbury Pride | $300 | Salisbury, NC, US | Builds Safe Inclusive Community | 2017 |
| Salisbury Symphony | $1,650 | Salisbury, NC, US | Musical Arts | 2017 |
| Spencer Doll Museum | $1,000 | Spencer, NC, US | Support Womens Activities | 2017 |
| St Luke's Episocpal | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Understanding And Following Jesus | 2017 |
| Team Fly | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Youth Basketball Programm | 2017 |
| The Belle W Baruch Foundation | $1,000 | Georgetown, SC, US | Conserve Honcaw Barony-education | 2017 |
| The Shepherd Center | $250 | Atlanta, GA, US | Medical Treatment, Research, Rehab | 2017 |
| The Wallenberg Committee Of The Us | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | Humanitarian Ideals Of Nonviolence | 2017 |
| Catawba College | $1,317 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2016 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $7,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Serve Community In A Religious Capac | 2016 |
| Foundation For The Carolinas | $50,300 | Charlotte, NC, US | Non-profit Organization | 2016 |
| Imagine Nc First | $50,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Fund Underserved Nc Communities | 2016 |
| Lee Street Theatre | $2,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Performing Arts | 2016 |
| Mnt Tabor United Methodist Church | $100 | Mt Tabor, NC, US | Religious Organization | 2016 |
| Ncmsahef-rowan County | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Health Education | 2016 |
| Novant Health Hospice House | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Hospice Care | 2016 |
| Rowan Co United Way | $2,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Needs Assessment Education, | 2016 |
| Rowan County Animal Shelter | $50 | Salisbury, NC, US | Animal Shelter | 2016 |
| Rowan County Library | $100 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2016 |
| Rowan County Museum | $321 | Salisbury, NC, US | Educate Public About Rowan Co | 2016 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | $2,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Homeless Shelter | 2016 |
| Salisbury Academy | $1,000 | Salisbury, NC, US | Education | 2016 |
| Salisbury High School Booster Club | $1,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Support Sports Programs | 2016 |
| Salisbury Rowan Heart Ball Foundati | $300 | Salisbury, NC, US | Assist In Hospital Expenses Rrmc | 2016 |
| Salisbury Symphony | $12,550 | Salisbury, NC, US | Musical Arts | 2016 |
| Spencer Womens Club | $369 | Spencer, NC, US | Support Womens Activities | 2016 |
| St John's Lutheran Church | $500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Religious Organization | 2016 |
| Wittenberg Lutheran Church | $100 | Granite Quarry, NC, US | Religious Organization | 2016 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | $2,500 | Salisbury, NC, US | Historic Preservation | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 20-8798457 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 525 N MAIN ST Salisbury, NC 28144-0000 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Wallace Family Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Mona Lisa Wallace |
|---|---|
| Treas/secret | Lee Wallace |
Forms 990-PF
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