Nonprofit · EIN 56-6074528
HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC
Tax-exempt · WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $373,486 | $418,340 | -$44,854 | $2,357,893 | $256,076 | $2,101,817 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,032,034 | $442,950 | $589,084 | $2,412,015 | $315,210 | $2,096,805 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $446,540 | $535,317 | -$88,777 | $1,605,755 | $75,275 | $1,530,480 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $176,444
- of which government grants
- $26,138
- Membership dues
- $23,006
- Program service revenue
- $12,841
- Investment income
- $119,113
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $97,623
- Net income from fundraising events
- $65,088
- Other revenue
- $65,088
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $32,300
- Other salaries and wages
- $138,102
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $232,776
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Occupancy
- $11,724
- Travel
- $2,620
- Depreciation
- $12,102
- Program services (functional)
- $254,562
- Management and general (functional)
- $120,994
- Fundraising (functional)
- $42,784
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $2,412,015
- Total assets, end of year
- $2,357,893
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $256,076
- Net assets, end of year
- $2,101,817
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $613,268
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,273,272
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,916,293
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $185,524
- Gross receipts
- $552,430
- Employees
- 6
- Volunteers
- 142
- Year formed
- 1966
- State of legal domicile
- NC
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Stolz | Former Executive Director Former | 40 | $32,300 |
| Carol Bullock | Executive Director Trustee or director | 40 | $0 |
| Trisha Wilson | President Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Andrew Hewitt | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Jan Brewington | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Larry Hovis | Executive Committee Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Sylvia Kochler | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Robert Hotes | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Dr Julius Jones | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Stephanie Bolton | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Phyllis Goodson | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Michael Murchison | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Kathy King | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Beth Looney | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Beth Pancoe | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
5 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Pudiwitr | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Gregg Thomas | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Cara Ward | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Steve Wolf-Camplin | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Sydny Hess | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 21 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabelle Shepherd | Former Interim Executive Director Former | 40 | $34,580 |
| Travis J Gilbert | Former Executive Director Former | 40 | $26,583 |
| William Stolz | Executive Director Trustee or director | 40 | $19,318 |
| Stephanie Bolton | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Patricia Wilson | President Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Andrew Hewitt | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Jan Brewington | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Larry Hovis | Executive Committee Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Sylvia Kochler | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Robert Hotes | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Dr Julius Jones | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Kathy King | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Beth Looney | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Michael Murchison | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Melissa Pudiwitr | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Gregg Thomas | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Dr Cara Ward | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Steve Wolf-Camplin | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Phyllis Goodson | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Sydny Hess | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Beth Pancoe | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 20 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travis J Gilbert | Former Executive Director Trustee or director | 40 | $62,524 |
| Isabelle Shepherd | Interim Executive Director Trustee or director | 40 | $38,000 |
| Stephanie Bolton | President Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Trisha Wilson | Vice President & Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Andrew Hewitt | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Jan Brewington | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Larry Hovis | Board Member at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Kelli Jordan | Executive Committee at Large Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Sylvia Kochler | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Robert Hotes | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Dr Julius Jones | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Kathy King | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Beth Looney | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Amanda Mason | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Michael Murchison | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Melissa Pudiwitr | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Matt Scharf | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Gregg Thomas | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Dr Cara Ward | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Steve Wolf-Camplin | Board Member Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 511 QUEEN ST, WILMINGTON, NC 28401-5243
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Carol Bullock, 152 North Front Street 46, Wilmington, NC 28402
- Signed the 990
- Carol Bullock, Executive Director
- Phone
- (910) 762-2511
- Website
- www.historicwilmington.org
- Return prepared by
- EARNEY Accountants & Advisors PLLC
Mission
The mission of Historic Wilmington Foundation is to protect and preserve the irreplaceable historic resources of Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear Region.
Program accomplishments
- Historic Wilmington Foundation (HWF) operates a retail salvage operation, Legacy Architectural Salvage (LAS). HWF works every day to keep historic properties intact and in place. But when a property is facing demolition, LAS serves as the best-case option in a worst-case scenario. Our team of staff and volunteers deconstruct historic properties, salvaging architectural elements (e.g., flooring, doors, windows, door knobs, fireplace mantles, newel posts, and more). LAS also accepts donations of pre-1960s architectural salvage from homeowners and contractors, who have removed such elements during deconstruction and renovation projects. These elements are then sold to members of our community, who utilize them in restoration and rehabilitation projects. As an operation of HWF, LAS diverts tons of wood from the landfill and places these salvaged elements right back into area properties, helping to preserve our region's built history. Proceeds from LAS support HWF's preservation efforts.At LAS, free workshops are offered on a regular basis, covering various topics related to home repair and maintenance. Wilmington is blessed with a large supply of historic homes, but unfortunately, there's a limited number of home improvement professionals who specialize in repairing and restoring historic homes. LAS works to fill that gap, serving as a much needed hub for knowledge on how to preserve and protect our built history. Through these workshops, LAS connects historic preservation professionals with historic home stewards, educating and empowering our community. These practical demonstrations promote self-sufficiency in area homeowners as taking on home improvement projects themselves can be far less costly than hiring help. Proper maintenance ensures that historic homes remain affordable and protects those homes for future generations.Expenses $254,562 · revenue $110,464
- For over 55 years, HWF has preserved our region's built history utilizing a revolving grant fund, easements, education, and advocacy. Wilmington has eight National Register of Historic Places and HWF has played a pivotal role in the creation and designation of all of them. Beginning with the creation of the Wilmington Historic and Archeological District in 1974, HWF has helped establish the National Register of Historic Places of Market Street Mansion, Carolina Place, Carolina Heights, Masonboro Sound, Sunset Park, Westbrook-Ardmore, and Brookwood. HWF has one of the most prolific local plaque programs in the country, featuring six distinctive plaques to honor a variety of historic properties. More than 700 plaques have been researched and approved for historic properties throughout New Hanover County, NC, and beyond. Another educational program is Tar Heels Go Walking, a walking tour for New Hanover County's third grade students. HWF also holds free walking tours each month for adults, covering a variety of topics related to architecture and history. In the last three years, HWF has used its revolving grant fund for the relocation of 310 Bladen, an 1890s bungalow set for demolition, and the restoration of Reaves Chapel, a local landmark to Gullah Geechee culture and heritage. HWF's Preservation Equity Fund helps to save properties on the City of Wilmington's Demolition by Neglect (DBN) list; this program serves our neighbors who are most in need of saving not just their homes, but our community's built history. In 2021, HWF committed itself to finding a solution for the perpetual care of Maides Cemetery, a historic African American cemetery (located in New Hanover County) with graves dating back to the 19th century. Currently, HWF is assisting Giblem Lodge, the second-oldest Black Masonic Temple in the state, to prepare a local landmark application, engage consultants, and apply for grant funding to support dire repairs. HWF has also partnered with Cape Fear Community College to create a historic preservation construction certification. Training more contractors to properly restore historic properties ensures a strong future for our historic homes and strengthens our local job market.
- HWF partners with the City of Wilmington in an effort to save properties on the Demolition by Neglect (DBN) list. Grant funding is received from The 1772 Foundation, which helps identify endangered properties and then HWF works with area homeowners, providing grant funds for necessary repairs. In addition to funding, HWF provides advice and support during the repair process.
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 56-6074528
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1967
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A82Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $2,357,893
- Income (IRS master file)
- $552,430
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $373,486 | $418,340 | $2,357,893 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,032,034 | $442,950 | $2,412,015 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $446,540 | $535,317 | $1,605,755 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $630,886 | $513,171 | $1,732,232 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 56-6074528).
Questions about HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC
- What is the EIN of HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC is 56-6074528.
- Is HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1967.
- Are donations to HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Carol Bullock.
- Who are the officers and directors of HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 20 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $32,300 (William Stolz, Former Executive Director).
- How much revenue does HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUN INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $373,486, expenses of $418,340 and total assets of $2,357,893 at year end.
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