AI Summary
The Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In the filing year 2025, it distributed a total of $93.2K across 15 grantees, but does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Ministering Circle is committed to supporting projects and programs which promote the health and wellness of those in Wilmington and the surrounding community.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC
$301.8K
21%
Jo Ann Carter Harrelson Center Inc
$240.3K
16%
THE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON
$233.7K
16%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC?
No. Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC give?
Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina and South Carolina. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC make each year?
In 2025, Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $93 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC fund recently?
In 2025, Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC, Jo Ann Carter Harrelson Center Inc, and THE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC?
Ministering Circle of Wilmington NC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.