James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust
The James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust is a private foundation based in Waxhaw, North Carolina. In 2025, it reported 36 grants totaling $1,852,145, with most grant dollars going to organizations in North Carolina.
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust at a glance
In short: James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust gave $1.9M across 36 grants in 2025 (avg $51K), mostly in North Carolina. 8% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,852,145
- -14.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 36
- -12.2% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $51,448
- -2.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $28,536,773
- +0.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 8% first-time grantees (3 of 36, 2025)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (97% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1223 Restoration Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173
Phone: (704) 695-6357
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Wingate University ($391K). Together the top 10 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
177 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 114 grants of 177 (64%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina, 2% to recipients in South Carolina, and 2% to recipients in Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
Cities
Is James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust open to new grantees?
8%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 36 grantees (8%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $22K; repeat grants $54K. How we count
Medians: $23K first-time, $30K repeat.
- 86% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+4%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.7M (2020) to $2.2M (2024). In 2025 it made 36 grants totaling $1.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wingate University Wingate, NC | General Support | $391,457 |
| SPCC Foundation Inc Monroe, NC | General Support | $260,255 |
| Community Health Services of Union County Monroe, NC | General Support | $100,000 |
| Safer Communities Ministry Monroe, NC | General Support | $100,000 |
| Feed My Lambs Inc Wadesboro, NC | General Support | $80,000 |
| Community Shelter of Union County Monroe, NC | General Support | $75,000 |
| Council on Aging Union County Charlotte, NC | General Support | $75,000 |
| Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC | General Support | $73,822 |
| Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation Charlotte, NC | General Support | $51,611 |
| Food for Families Indian Trail, NC | General Support | $50,000 |
Ready to take the next step with James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,536,773 | $1,926,381 | $2,135,050 | $1,852,145 | 36 | $1,886,834 | $1,668,837 | $1,779,765 |
| 2024 | $28,440,793 | $1,960,413 | $2,427,023 | $2,171,818 | 41 | $2,201,136 | $1,702,450 | $1,750,176 |
| 2023 | $28,701,348 | $785,800 | $2,050,951 | $1,817,694 | 35 | $1,843,066 | $530,196 | $1,648,163 |
| 2022 | $29,830,738 | $518,174 | $2,063,348 | $1,777,804 | 31 | $1,804,775 | $257,324 | $1,742,814 |
| 2021 | $31,127,575 | $2,680,411 | $2,004,036 | $1,733,241 | 34 | $1,757,871 | $2,392,282 | $1,947,044 |
| 2020 | $30,299,359 | $1,628,541 | $1,957,614 | $1,693,631 | 38 | — | $1,347,659 | $1,763,892 |
| 2019 | $30,337,178 | $1,957,269 | $1,958,289 | $1,695,189 | 36 | — | $1,666,319 | $1,685,541 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust reported a distributable amount of $1.8M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the trust is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Wingate University describes its mission as developing educated, ethical, and productive global citizens. Community Health Services of Union County says it provides health services to indigent and underserved residents through community clinics, diabetes services, prescription assistance, and wellness programs. Feed My Lambs describes its work as operating a food and clothing ministry for people in need.
Other 2025 recipients include Turning Point, whose stated mission is to break the cycle of domestic abuse by offering victims and their children shelter and related support; and Pfeiffer University, which describes itself as a regional university with undergraduate, professional, and graduate programs. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions, not statements of the trust’s mission.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the trust reported 36 grants totaling $1,852,145. Grants ranged from $3,000 to $391,457, with a median grant of $30,000. The largest awards included $391,457 to Wingate University, $260,255 to SPCC Foundation Inc, $100,000 each to Community Health Services of Union County and Safer Communities Ministry, and $80,000 to Feed My Lambs. The listed purposes for these grants were general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists George L Bower Jr as trustee.
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust is led by George L. Bower Jr., Trustee on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
George L. Bower Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
$17K (2019) → $24K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $24K, to George L Bower Jr (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust
How much does James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust give each year?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust gave $1.9M across 36 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $2.2M across 41 grants.
What is James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's typical grant size?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's median grant in 2025 was $30,000, and its average grant was $51,448, across 36 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust that year got $22K on average.
Where does James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust give grants?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust gives mostly in North Carolina: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Monroe, NC (11 grants), Wadesboro, NC (6 grants), Charlotte, NC (4 grants) and Wingate, NC (2 grants).
Does James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (36 of 36) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's largest grantees?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's largest 2025 grantees include Wingate University ($391,457), SPCC Foundation Inc ($260,255) and Community Health Services of Union County ($100,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust reported $28.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.8M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust fund?
No mission statement for the trust is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Wingate University describes its mission as developing educated, ethical, and productive global citizens. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's EIN?
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-6339730. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 6, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS March 18, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 31, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 4, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 23, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 1, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 18, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Duke Energy Foundation
Charlotte, NC
The Duke Energy Foundation funds workforce and local economic development, disaster resilience, conservation, clean water, and economic opportunity in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Its 2024 grants had a median of $25,000; applications for grants of $20,000 or less are accepted year-round, after applicants discuss proposals with a state representative.
Assets
$1.9M
Grants
41
Total Given
$25.6M
The Cannon Foundation Inc
Concord, NC
The Cannon Foundation funds capital, equipment, and infrastructure projects in human services, higher education, healthcare, and community, primarily for established organizations with significant operations in North Carolina. Recent grants ranged from $2,500 to $500,000, with a median of $50,000. It accepts inquiries through a staged application process, with quarterly deadlines.
Assets
$351.7M
Grants
218
Total Given
$14.6M
Foundation for the Carolinas
Charlotte, NC
Foundation For The Carolinas funds education and youth development, environmental and wildlife work, health and human services, and animal welfare, with a reported median grant of $25,000 in 2024. Its competitive programs focus on Charlotte-Mecklenburg, the Carolinas, and specific local communities, while donor-advised funds may support eligible nonprofits more broadly; it accepts applications for some competitive grants, but most grants are recommended by fund advisors and have no application process.
Assets
$3.9B
Grants
1,605
Total Given
$609.1M
United Way of Greater Charlotte Inc
Charlotte, NC
United Way of Greater Charlotte supports nonprofits and community initiatives focused on economic opportunity and locally identified needs, including housing, food security, education, health, and mental wellness. Its grants primarily serve Anson, Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and Union counties; in 2025, the median grant was $30,878, with awards ranging from $5,292 to $1,178,487. Application access varies by program: the 2026 Anson and Cabarrus county processes are invitation-only, while the 2026 Unite Charlotte cycle is open to eligible organizations serving Mecklenburg County.
Assets
$26.7M
Grants
210
Total Given
$11.0M
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Saint Louis, MO
The Enterprise Holdings Foundation supports charitable and educational nonprofits in communities where Enterprise Mobility operates, focusing on health, education, arts, and disaster relief; applicants must be actively supported by an Enterprise Mobility team member, spouse, or domestic partner. Giving varies widely: it reported 9,499 grants in 2024, but its 2025 filing showed one grant of $101.4 million, so that amount is not a typical award. Applications are accepted at any time through eligible Enterprise-affiliated applicants; the Foundation does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$594.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$101.4M
The Dickson Foundation Inc
Charlotte, NC
The Dickson Foundation supports organizations in health care, education, human services, and other areas, with a strong focus on local giving; 93% of its 2024 grant dollars went to North Carolina. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $301,000, with a median of $2,000. It accepts requests by letter, has no application deadlines, and does not fund individuals.
Assets
$65.4M
Grants
165
Total Given
$3.8M
More similar funders
More Funders in North Carolina
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 4, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/james-r-and-bronnie-l-braswell-trust-morg_ef9101d99d3e4a7989970fa50abd43ba
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_736339730_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/james-r-and-bronnie-l-braswell-trust-morg_ef9101d99d3e4a7989970fa50abd43ba},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-04. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
James R and Bronnie L Braswell Trust down — hundreds of funders to go?