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Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation

Chapel Hill, North Carolina  ·  EIN 620963317  ·  Private foundation

Based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation has awarded $869K across 228 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to American Technion Society. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$583K
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$384K
Assets (FY2020)
228
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation funds

Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, and related causes.

Arts & CultureArts EducationCivil Rights & Social JusticeEducationDisaster Relief & Emergency AidEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Christian)Faith-Based (Jewish)Food & AgricultureHealth Care

Populations it has supported include foster youth, immigrants & refugees, youth pop.

foster youthimmigrants & refugeesyouth pop

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
American Technion Society
Support research and advancement in technological innovation.
Beverly Hills, CA$502K2020
St Paul's Lutheran Church
Support Lutheran church activities and worship
Durham, NC$10K2025
Vassar College
Highly selective University for undergraduate and graduate education
Poughkeepsie, NY$10K2018

How to apply for funding from Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation

Gertrude B & Mortimer May 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.

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Frequently asked questions about Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation

Does Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation accept grant applications?
Gertrude B & Mortimer May 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 Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation fund?
Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include American Technion Society, St Paul's Lutheran Church, Vassar College. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation give in grants?
Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation reported $583K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $869K over 228 grants.
Where is Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation located?
Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation is based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 620963317.
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About this profile. This page is built from Gertrude B & Mortimer May 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 Gertrude B & Mortimer May Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.