The Troon Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 45-3804868
Foundation Overview
Based in Elon, NC, The Troon Foundation has awarded 156 grants totaling $12,282,243 to organizations in North Carolina, Virginia and 4 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $5,000 to $1,635,000, with a median award of $30,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 37 recipients (22%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
48% of grants are awarded in North Carolina, with additional funding distributed across 5 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within North Carolina, funding concentrates in Burlington (47%), Graham (13%), Greensboro (11%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 91% growth in annual giving over 3 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 (40%). 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 Troon Foundation'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamance Community College Foundation | $100,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Scholarships And Mental Health Programs. | 2023 |
| Allied Churches Of Alamance County | $20,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Housing. | 2023 |
| Assisting Families Of Inmates (Afoi) | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Visitation Services. | 2023 |
| Benjamin Hair Swim | $42,300 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2023 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | $150,000 | Morrisville, NC, US | To Fund Mentoring. | 2023 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | $150,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Agency Capacity And Headquarters Renovations. | 2023 |
| Bon Secours | $228,835 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Gardenfest, Nicu/picu, And Nicu Cameras For 4 Sites. | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The Piedmont | $25,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Minibus. | 2023 |
| Cancerlinc | $35,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Legal Assistance For Patients. | 2023 |
| Children's Home Society Of North Carolina | $20,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Foster Care Assistance. | 2023 |
| Christmas Cheer | $100,000 | Burlington, NC, US | General Funds. | 2023 |
| City Gate Dream Center | $90,300 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Programs. | 2023 |
| Community Bikes | $10,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Transportation Needs. | 2023 |
| Cone Health Philanthropy | $86,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Healing Garden And Employee Application. | 2023 |
| Episcopal Farm Workers | $35,000 | Dunn, NC, US | To Fund Christmas Gifts And School Supplies. | 2023 |
| Feeding America Swva | $25,000 | Salem, VA, US | To Fund Children's Feeding Programs. | 2023 |
| Fidelity Charitable Giving Account Of James M And Kathleen H Piermarini | $400,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | To Fund Charitable Giving Account. | 2023 |
| Fifth Street Ministries | $20,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Shelter, Veterans, And Other Programs. | 2023 |
| Greensboro Urban Ministry | $25,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Food And Housing. | 2023 |
| International Neighbors | $74,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Summer Fun Campaign, Pt Bus Driver, And Vehicle. | 2023 |
| Kindness Cafe & Play | $25,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Uva Facility. | 2023 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $35,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | To Provide Financial Assistance. | 2023 |
| Lynchburg Grows | $40,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | To Fund Food Insecurity Vehicle And Spark Mill Planning. | 2023 |
| Miriam's House | $40,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | To Fund Community First Program. | 2023 |
| On Our Own | $41,108 | Roanoke, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Program. | 2023 |
| Power Cross | $30,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Transportation Needs. | 2023 |
| Prosami | $89,500 | Staunton, VA, US | To Fund Pilot Center And Training. | 2023 |
| Safe Alamance | $100,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2023 |
| Shalom Farms | $30,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2023 |
| St Joseph's Villa | $40,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Program/gym Floor. | 2023 |
| Studio 1 | $20,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Theater Program. | 2023 |
| Swim Richmond | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2023 |
| United Way Of Alamance County | $190,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund General Funds And Housing Specialist. | 2023 |
| United Way Of Greater Richmond & Petersburg | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Women Rise Program. | 2023 |
| Women's Initiative | $125,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Support. | 2023 |
| Yellow Door Foundation | $30,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Housing Patient Families. | 2023 |
| Young Musicians Of Alamance | $40,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Provide Operating Funds. | 2023 |
| Alamance Community College Foundation | $76,280 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Cosmetology, Agriculture, And Dental Programs. | 2022 |
| Alamance County Economic Development Foundation | $5,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Educators. | 2022 |
| Allied Churches Of Alamance County | $25,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Housing. | 2022 |
| Backpack Beginnings | $50,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Expansion Campaign. | 2022 |
| Benevolence Farm | $20,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Women's Recovery. | 2022 |
| Benjamin Hair Swim | $42,300 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2022 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | $25,000 | Morrisville, NC, US | To Fund Mentoring. | 2022 |
| Bon Secours | $60,420 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Combi Modules. | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The Piedmont | $20,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Playground Equipment. | 2022 |
| Cancerlinc | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Legal Assistance For Patients. | 2022 |
| Children's Home Society Of North Carolina | $15,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Foster Care Assistance. | 2022 |
| Christmas Cheer | $100,000 | Burlington, NC, US | General Funds. | 2022 |
| City Gate Dream Center | $57,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Programs. | 2022 |
| Community Clinic Of High Point | $25,000 | High Point, NC, US | To Fund Medical Assistance. | 2022 |
| Episcopal Farm Workers | $25,000 | Dunn, NC, US | To Fund Food Supplies. | 2022 |
| Feeding America Swva | $104,300 | Salem, VA, US | To Fund Food Pantries And Children's Feeding Programs. | 2022 |
| Fidelity Charitable Giving Account Of James M And Kathleen H Piermarini | $1,635,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | To Fund Charitable Giving Account. | 2022 |
| Greensboro Urban Ministry | $25,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Food And Housing. | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $25,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | To Fund Research. | 2022 |
| Power Cross | $25,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Transportation Needs. | 2022 |
| Prosami | $82,000 | Staunton, VA, US | To Fund Center And Training. | 2022 |
| Safe Alamance | $51,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2022 |
| Salvation Army | $10,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Facility Upgrades. | 2022 |
| Shalom Farms | $30,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2022 |
| Swim Richmond | $40,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2022 |
| United Way Of Alamance County | $190,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund General Funds And Housing Specialist. | 2022 |
| Women's Initiative | $15,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Support. | 2022 |
| Yellow Door Foundation | $30,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Housing Patient Families. | 2022 |
| Alamance Community College Foundation | $76,280 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Cosmetology, Agriculture, And Dental Programs. | 2022 |
| Alamance County Economic Development Foundation | $5,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Educators. | 2022 |
| Allied Churches Of Alamance County | $25,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Housing. | 2022 |
| Backpack Beginnings | $50,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Expansion Campaign. | 2022 |
| Benevolence Farm | $20,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Women's Recovery. | 2022 |
| Benjamin Hair Swim | $42,300 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2022 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | $25,000 | Morrisville, NC, US | To Fund Mentoring. | 2022 |
| Bon Secours | $60,420 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Combi Modules. | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of The Piedmont | $20,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Playground Equipment. | 2022 |
| Cancerlinc | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Legal Assistance For Patients. | 2022 |
| Children's Home Society Of North Carolina | $15,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Foster Care Assistance. | 2022 |
| Christmas Cheer | $100,000 | Burlington, NC, US | General Funds. | 2022 |
| City Gate Dream Center | $57,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Programs. | 2022 |
| Community Clinic Of High Point | $25,000 | High Point, NC, US | To Fund Medical Assistance. | 2022 |
| Episcopal Farm Workers | $25,000 | Dunn, NC, US | To Fund Food Supplies. | 2022 |
| Feeding America Swva | $104,300 | Salem, VA, US | To Fund Food Pantries And Children's Feeding Programs. | 2022 |
| Fidelity Charitable Giving Account Of James M And Kathleen H Piermarini | $1,635,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | To Fund Charitable Giving Account. | 2022 |
| Greensboro Urban Ministry | $25,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Food And Housing. | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $25,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | To Fund Research. | 2022 |
| Power Cross | $25,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Transportation Needs. | 2022 |
| Prosami | $82,000 | Staunton, VA, US | To Fund Center And Training. | 2022 |
| Safe Alamance | $51,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2022 |
| Salvation Army | $10,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Facility Upgrades. | 2022 |
| Shalom Farms | $30,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2022 |
| Swim Richmond | $40,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2022 |
| United Way Of Alamance County | $190,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund General Funds And Housing Specialist. | 2022 |
| Women's Initiative | $15,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Support. | 2022 |
| Yellow Door Foundation | $30,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Housing Patient Families. | 2022 |
| Alamance County Economic Development Foundation | $5,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Educators. | 2021 |
| Allied Churches Of Alamance County | $25,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund In-house Clinic. | 2021 |
| Benjamin Hair Swim | $34,500 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2021 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | $35,000 | Morrisville, NC, US | To Fund Igniting Potential K-5. | 2021 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | $100,000 | Verona, VA, US | To Fund Agency Capacity. | 2021 |
| Bon Secours | $43,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Giraffe Shuttles. | 2021 |
| Boots To Suits | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Veterans Assistance. | 2021 |
| Cancerlinc | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Legal Assistance For Patients. | 2021 |
| Children's Home Society Of North Carolina | $10,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Foster Care Assistance. | 2021 |
| Christmas Cheer | $80,000 | Burlington, NC, US | Covid General Funds. | 2021 |
| City Gate Dream Center | $41,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Community Programs. | 2021 |
| Community Storehouse | $10,000 | Martinsville, VA, US | To Provide Assistance For Food Insecure Children. | 2021 |
| Eden Village Of Wilmington | $20,000 | Wilmington, NC, US | To Provide Assistance To Mitigate Homelessness. | 2021 |
| Elizabeth Smart Foundation | $10,000 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | To Provide Operating Funds. | 2021 |
| Episcopal Farm Workers | $30,000 | Dunn, NC, US | To Fund School Supplies And Christmas Drive. | 2021 |
| Feeding America Swva | $20,000 | Salem, VA, US | To Fund Food Pantries. | 2021 |
| Fidelity Charitable Giving Account Of James M And Kathleen H Piermarini | $1,500,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | To Fund Charitable Giving Account. | 2021 |
| Greensboro Urban Ministry | $25,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Case Manager. | 2021 |
| Hinds' Feet Farm | $5,000 | Huntersville, NC, US | To Provide Assistance To Adults With Brain Injuries. | 2021 |
| International Neighbors | $75,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Afghan Refugee Relief And Administration. | 2021 |
| Kindness Cafe & Play | $10,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Outdoor Upgrades. | 2021 |
| Miriam's House | $40,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | To Fund Community First Program. | 2021 |
| Power Cross | $50,000 | Statesville, NC, US | To Fund Transportation Needs And Staffing Support. | 2021 |
| Prosami | $78,000 | Staunton, VA, US | To Fund Center And Midwife Training. | 2021 |
| Shalom Farms | $20,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2021 |
| Swim Richmond | $40,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2021 |
| United Way Of Alamance County | $190,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund General Funds And Housing Specialist. | 2021 |
| Women's Initiative | $10,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Mental Health Support. | 2021 |
| Ymca | $80,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Provide Van And Jbr Funds. | 2021 |
| Young Musicians Of Alamance | $30,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Provide Operating Funds. | 2021 |
| Alamance Community College Foundation | $84,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Trade And Stem Programs. | 2020 |
| Alamance County Economic Development Foundation | $10,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Educators. | 2020 |
| Assisting Families Of Inmates | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Visitation Services. | 2020 |
| Backpack Beginnings | $45,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | To Fund Technical Solutions. | 2020 |
| Benjamin Hair Swim | $30,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Swim Programs. | 2020 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | $70,000 | Morrisville, NC, US | To Fund Mentoring, Capital Fund And Steam. | 2020 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | $100,000 | Verona, VA, US | To Fund Agency Capacity. | 2020 |
| Bon Secours | $38,500 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Pediatric Vecta And Other Needs. | 2020 |
| Bridging The Gap Va | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Assistance With Incarcerated Addiction. | 2020 |
| Cancerlinc | $20,000 | Ricmond, VA, US | To Fund Legal Assistance For Patients. | 2020 |
| Carol Adams Foundation | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Provide Assistance For Domestic Violence. | 2020 |
| Christmas Cheer | $70,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Food, Clothing And Rent. Covid General Funds. | 2020 |
| City Gate Dream Center | $45,800 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2020 |
| Conexus | $10,000 | North Chesterfield, VA, US | To Fund Vision Screening. | 2020 |
| Episcopal Farm Workers | $33,000 | Dunn, NC, US | To Fund Food Supplies And Christmas Drive. | 2020 |
| Feeding America Swva | $15,000 | Salem, VA, US | To Fund Food Pantries. | 2020 |
| Fidelity Charitable Giving Account Of James M And Kathleen H Piermarini | $200,000 | Cincinnati, OH, US | To Fund Charitable Giving Account. | 2020 |
| Gathering Humanity | $20,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | To Fund Refugee Resettlement. | 2020 |
| International Neighbors | $65,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund School Transportation, Rent, Health Care And Covid Funds. | 2020 |
| Miriam's House | $40,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | To Provide Funds To Help Homelessness & Covid Assistance. | 2020 |
| Next Move Program | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Activities For Individuals With Disabilities. | 2020 |
| On Our Own | $10,000 | Roanoke, VA, US | To Fund Veterans Assistance. | 2020 |
| Prosami | $77,000 | Staunton, VA, US | To Fund Midwife Training. | 2020 |
| Real Life | $13,800 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Homelessness Programs. | 2020 |
| Safe Alamanace | $35,000 | Graham, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2020 |
| Salvation Army | $25,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund Food Assistance During Covid. | 2020 |
| Shalom Farms | $20,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund Food Assistance. | 2020 |
| Swim Richmond | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Capital Needs. | 2020 |
| Sylvia's Sisters | $5,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | To Fund For Hygiene Products. | 2020 |
| Tech For Troops | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | To Fund Veterans Assistance. | 2020 |
| United Way Of Alamance County | $100,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Fund General Funds. | 2020 |
| Yellow Door Foundation | $25,000 | Charlottesville, VA, US | To Fund Housing For Patient Families. | 2020 |
| Young Musicians Of Alamance | $25,000 | Burlington, NC, US | To Provide Operating Funds. | 2020 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 45-3804868 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | POST OFFICE BOX 20 Elon, NC 27244-0000 |
Key People (2)
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| President | James M Piermarini |
|---|---|
| Treasurer/secretary | Kathleen H Piermarini |
Forms 990-PF
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