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The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics

Chapel Hill, North Carolina  ·  EIN 561919423  ·  Private foundation

Based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics has awarded $4.9M across 4 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Duke University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$840K
Indexed giving (FY2021)
$21.9M
Assets (FY2021)
4
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics funds

The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.

Higher Education

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
Duke University
SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF THE KENAN INSTITUTE FOR ETHICS
Durham, NC$1.4M2024
Duke University
SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF THE KENAN INSTITUTE FOR ETHICS
Durham, NC$1.4M2023
Duke University
SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF THE KENAN INSTITUTE FOR ETHICS
Durham, NC$1.3M2025

How to apply for funding from The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics

The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics'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 The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics

Does The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics accept grant applications?
The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics'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 William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics fund?
The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Duke University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics give in grants?
The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics reported $840K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.9M over 4 grants.
Where is The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics located?
The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics is based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 561919423.
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About this profile. This page is built from The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics'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 The William R Kenan Jr Fund for Ethics. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.