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Durham Library Foundation

Durham, North Carolina  ·  EIN 562189129  ·  Private foundation

Based in Durham, North Carolina, Durham Library Foundation has awarded $2.6M across 8 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Durham County Library. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$537K
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$4.2M
Assets (FY2020)
8
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What Durham Library Foundation funds

Durham Library Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on libraries & literacy.

Libraries & Literacy

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Durham County Library
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Durham, NC$953K2019
Durham County Library
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Durham, NC$537K2020
Durham County Library
LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Durham, NC$222K2018

How to apply for funding from Durham Library Foundation

Durham Library Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at durhamlibraryfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Durham Library Foundation

Does Durham Library Foundation accept grant applications?
Durham Library Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Durham Library Foundation fund?
Durham Library Foundation's grants focus on libraries & literacy. Example recipients include Durham County Library. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Durham Library Foundation give in grants?
Durham Library Foundation reported $537K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.6M over 8 grants.
Where is Durham Library Foundation located?
Durham Library Foundation is based in Durham, North Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 562189129.
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About this profile. This page is built from Durham Library Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Durham Library Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.