The Community Foundation
Asheville, North Carolina · EIN 561223384 · Private foundation
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, The Community Foundation has awarded $114.6M across 2,351 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Manna Foodbank. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Community Foundation funds
The Community Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, health care.
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.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manna Foodbank ASSISTING PEOPLE IN NEED | Mills River, NC | $3.9M | 2025 |
| North Carolina Synod RELIGION | Salisbury, NC | $2.0M | 2025 |
| Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity International Inc BUILDING COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC VITALITY | Asheville, NC | $2.0M | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from The Community Foundation
The Community 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 cfwnc.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Community Foundation
- Does The Community Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Community 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 The Community Foundation fund?
- The Community Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Manna Foodbank, North Carolina Synod, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity International Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Community Foundation give in grants?
- The Community Foundation reported $61.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2025). Across all years in our data it has awarded $114.6M over 2,351 grants.
- Where is The Community Foundation located?
- The Community Foundation is based in Asheville, North Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 561223384.
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