Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn is a private foundation based in Wilson, North Carolina. Its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations supporting religious activities, education, community outreach, historical preservation, and medical research, among other purposes.
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn at a glance
In short: Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn gave $131K across 51 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in North Carolina. 16% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $131,200
- +9.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 51
- -3.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,573
- +13.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $767,800
- +2.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 16% first-time grantees (8 of 51, 2024)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (93% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. There is no specific application form. Applications should include the organization’s mission, verification of its tax-exempt status, and a detailed description of the intended use of any funds. The foundation reports no restrictions on awards. Contact Turner B. Bunn III.
- Contact
Application contact: Turner B Bunn Iii
Mailing address: 128 Canterbury Rd Nw, Wilson, NC 27896
Phone: (252) 243-3136
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was St Timothy's Episcopal Church ($25K). Together the top 10 received $71K.
Grant Size Distribution
257 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 257 grants of 257 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were concentrated in North Carolina, which received 93% of the total. The reported shares for other recipient states or jurisdictions were Texas 2%, New York 2%, Tennessee 2%, and Washington, DC 1%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 51 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn open to new grantees?
16%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 51 grantees (16%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
- 84% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 43% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 250% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $85K (2020) to $131K (2024). In 2024 it made 51 grants totaling $131K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Timothy's Episcopal Church Wilson, NC | Religious | $25,000 |
| Childrens Hunger Elimination of Wilson NC Wilson, NC | Community Outreach | $6,500 |
| Wilson Youth United (The Spot) Wilson, NC | Community Outreach | $6,500 |
| Meals on Wheels Wilson Wilson, NC | Education | $5,300 |
| Appalachian State University Foundation Boone, NC | Education | $5,000 |
| Carteret Community College Foundation Morehead City, NC | Education & Researcheducation & Research | $5,000 |
| Community Soup Kitchen of Wilson County Inc Wilson, NC | Community Outreach | $5,000 |
| Wilson Community College Foundation Wilson, NC | Education | $5,000 |
| Barton College Scholarship Fund Wilson, NC | Education | $4,000 |
| Hope Station Renovation Wilson, NC | Historical Preservation | $3,500 |
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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 | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $767,800 | $171,135 | $149,897 | $131,200 | 51 | $131,200 | $152,439 | $52,493 |
| 2023 | $746,562 | $-48,906 | $137,931 | $119,900 | 53 | $119,900 | $11,589 | $56,173 |
| 2022 | $933,399 | $122,029 | $124,532 | $105,300 | 53 | $105,300 | $102,797 | $60,971 |
| 2021 | $937,124 | $120,119 | $109,893 | $91,800 | 51 | $91,800 | $102,026 | $65,622 |
| 2020 | $925,735 | $63,167 | $101,421 | $85,000 | 49 | — | $46,746 | $53,117 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn reported a distributable amount of $52K for 2024 — 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 foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. For example, Wilson Community College Foundation says its mission is to provide scholarships, grants, and awards for students and professional development for college faculty and staff. Wilson Education Partnership describes its work as improving public education by connecting local businesses, schools, and the community. Other 2024 recipients include organizations whose stated missions involve training and employment for adults with disabilities, assistance for battered and homeless women, and rescue and care for unwanted dogs.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 51 grants totaling $131,200. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $25,000, with a median of $2,000. Notable grants included $25,000 to St Timothy’s Episcopal Church for religious purposes; $6,500 each to Children’s Hunger Elimination of Wilson NC and Wilson Youth United (The Spot) for community outreach; and $5,000 each to Appalachian State University Foundation, Carteret Community College Foundation, Community Soup Kitchen of Wilson County, and Wilson Community College Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Turner B. Bunn III and Fred M. Bunn as directors.
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Fred M. Bunn
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Turner B. Bunn III
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Joseph E. Bunn (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn
How much does Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn give each year?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn gave $131K across 51 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $120K across 53 grants.
What is Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's typical grant size?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,573, across 51 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn that year got $2K on average.
Where does Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn give grants?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn gives mostly in North Carolina: 93% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Wilson, NC (30 grants), Morehead City, NC (5 grants), Raleigh, NC (2 grants) and Chapel Hill, NC (2 grants).
Does Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 51 grants with a stated purpose on Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Outreach" (17 grants), "Education" (11 grants) and "Medical Research" (5 grants).
Who are Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's largest grantees?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's largest 2024 grantees include St Timothy's Episcopal Church ($25,000), Childrens Hunger Elimination of Wilson NC ($6,500) and Wilson Youth United (The Spot) ($6,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn reported $768K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $131K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $52K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's EIN?
Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-1692623. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Turner B Bunn Jr and Catherine E Bunn accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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