Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Charlotte, North Carolina, that provides support to families facing children’s complex health challenges. Its website describes assistance with treatment, therapies, medical equipment and procedures, practical expenses, and adaptive birthday parties.
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc gave $38K across 41 grants in 2024 (avg $925.805), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $37,958
- +219.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 41
- +272.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $926
- -14.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $891
- Total assets
- $33,947
- -20.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (94% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The website directs applicants to complete an online application and authorization form. The foundation’s 2023 filing lists applications through its website and states the eligibility restriction described above. No deadline is stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Abby Childers
Mailing address: 4117 Park Road, 11883, Charlotte, NC 28220
Phone: (980) 327-9966
Email: abby@bethanysbutterflies.org
Website: https://bethanysbutterflies.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Lindsey Nordal Ivy Nordal Aldridge ($2K). Together the top 4 received $5K.
Organizations only. It also paid 37 grants to individuals ($33,060), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
52 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 52 grants of 52 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 2024, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina and 6% to recipients in South Carolina. Its website describes support for families in North and South Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 41 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2023) to $38K (2024). In 2024 it made 41 grants totaling $38K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 37 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $33,060 |
| Lindsey Nordal Ivy Nordal Aldridge Waxhaw, NC | Deposit towards therapy services | $1,500 |
| Lindsey Nordal Erik Nordal Aldridge Waxhaw, NC | Deposit towards therapy services | $1,500 |
| Dara Lynn La Joie Emilio Greensboro, NC | 2 months mortgage gift card | $1,469 |
| Wendy Reyes Joseph Escobar Reyes Charlotte, NC | Car Seat | $429 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33,947 | $85,319 | $94,193 | $37,958 | 41 | $94,193 | $265 |
| 2023 | $42,821 | $80,027 | $41,171 | $11,872 | 11 | $41,171 | — |
| 2021 | $5,285 | $12,083 | $6,798 | — | — | $6,798 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website lists help locating resources and medical providers; communication devices and noise-cancelling headphones; restaurant and gas cards, hotel vouchers, and utility assistance for families whose children are in local hospitals or receiving care at local facilities; and treatment funding. Treatment requests are reviewed with a medical professional and the requesting physician. The website also describes adaptive birthday parties for children with neurological, developmental, behavioral, and complex needs.
The foundation’s 2023 filing states that awards are restricted to children with severe or complex neurological, developmental, and behavioral health challenges who are affiliated with Atrium and Novant Health Systems.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation made 41 grants totaling $37,958. Grants ranged from $50 to $2,500, with a median of $891. Examples among the largest awards include $2,500 for a handicap bathroom remodel, $2,500 toward therapy services, $1,550 for security-deposit support for a move near care, and $1,500 toward a medical service identified in the filing as “Neurosolution.” Other awards included support for mortgage costs and bills.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Abby Childers as Chairman and Founder; Chloe Pinner as Vice Chairman; Ryan Fischer as Treasurer; and Ashley Jewell as Director of Operations. It also lists Rachel Burrell, Brooke Eastburn, Barbara Putnam, Lisa Holt, Rett Liles, and Beth White as members of the board.
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc is led by Abby Childers, Chairman & Founder since 2024 (on filings since 2021); none of the 13 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Abby Childers
Chairman & Founder
Founder → Chairman, 2023
Chairman → Chairman & Founder, 2024
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ashley Jewell
Director of Operations
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chloe Pinner
Vice Chairman
Assistant Director → Vice Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ryan Fischer
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Putnam
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Beth White
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brooke Eastburn
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James White
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Holt
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rett Liles
Member of the Board
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gary Whitworth
Member of the Board
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jordan Musto
Member of the Board
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Burrell
Member of the Board
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Jordan Holt (2023) — Member of the Board
- Former: Natalie LaRusch (2023) — Member of the Board
- Former: Mary Queen (2021) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc
How much does Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc give each year?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc gave $38K across 41 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $12K across 11 grants.
What is Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $891, and its average grant was $926, across 41 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc give grants?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc gives mostly in North Carolina: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was South Carolina (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Waxhaw, NC (2 grants).
Does Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 41 grants with a stated purpose on Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Deposit towards therapy services" (15 grants).
Who are Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Lindsey Nordal Ivy Nordal Aldridge ($1,500), Lindsey Nordal Erik Nordal Aldridge ($1,500) and Dara Lynn La Joie Emilio ($1,469), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 37 grants to individuals ($33,060), which are not listed by name. Together they received 12% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc reported $34K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $85K.
What does Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s website lists help locating resources and medical providers; communication devices and noise-cancelling headphones; restaurant and gas cards, hotel vouchers, and utility assistance for families whose children are in local hospitals or receiving care at local facilities; and treatment funding. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc?
The website directs applicants to complete an online application and authorization form. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's EIN?
Bethanys Butterflies Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1471004. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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