Funding Amount

Approximately US $5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Geography

  • In Buncombe County, North Carolina

Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Funds
  • must be used for programs or services devoted to caring for and

Overview

The Earl M. Wilson Trust Grant, established in 1984, aims to promote the humane treatment of animals in Buncombe County, North Carolina. This grant supports organizations qualifying under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, ensuring funds are directed towards programs that alleviate animal suffering and prevent cruelty. Through Mr. Wilson's vision, the grant fosters a compassionate community that cares for its vulnerable animal population.

The Earl M. Wilson Trust was established in 1984 under the Last Will and Testament of Mr. Earl M. Wilson. Mr. Wilson was a resident of Buncombe County, North Carolina who loved animals. He desired to help alleviate their suffering and to protect their well-being. Through his charitable bequests, Mr. Wilson wished to promote the humane and charitable cause of caring for and preventing cruelty to animals in his county.
To promote the humane and charitable causes of caring for and preventing cruelty to animals in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Limited to programs dedicated to caring for and preventing cruelty to animals.

Eligibility

Organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Funds
must be used for programs or services devoted to caring for and
preventing cruelty to animals in Buncombe County, North Carolina.

What Earl M Wilson Tuw FBO NC Soc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2026

Grants in 2026
5
Total given
$37K
Median grant
$9,000
Range
$3,000–$10K
  • By dollars: North Carolina 92%, District of Columbia 8%. Top recipient cities: Asheville, NC; Candler, NC; Washington, DC.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Brother Wolf Animal Rescue Inc · Asheville, NC

    General operating

    $10K

  • Asheville Humane Society Inc · Asheville, NC

    General operating

    $10K

  • Humane Society of Buncombe County · Asheville, NC

    General operating

    $9,000

  • Appalachian Wildlife Refuge · Candler, NC

    General operating

    $5,000

  • American Humane Association · Washington, DC

    General operating

    $3,000

IRS Form 990-PF, 2026. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Animal rescue

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