Phoenix Educational Foundation Incorporated
Phoenix Educational Foundation Inc is a private foundation dedicated to supporting educational initiatives. The organization primarily focuses on providing startup funding to educational charities, as evidenced by its grant to Talisman Inc. Although its financial activity is limited, it demonstrates a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities. The foundation operates within the education sector, aiming to foster growth and development in this field.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A North Carolina-based education or startup-focused nonprofit with an existing relationship or referral to the foundation or its officers; an early-stage educational program seeking a one-time startup grant in the ~$25–50K range.
Good Fit
- • Located in North Carolina or closely connected to NC community networks
- • Project described as start-up funding or early-stage program support
- • Capacity to receive a single mid-size grant (approximately $25K–$50K)
- • Existing relationship, referral, or prior contact with officers or local intermediaries
- • Clear alignment with an education-focused mission
Geography
In the latest observed year all funds went to a single grantee in North Carolina; the foundation's reported giving was 100% in-state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows one distinct recipient and one grant, so observed recipient variety in that year is very limited; multi-year breadth cannot be assessed from a single year.
New Applicants
The foundation's default states it funds only preselected applicants and there is no public website or submission route; because only one year is available long-term turnover cannot be tested, but visible cues point to a preselection-based approach.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
