Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dunn, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,561 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$96,561
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,250 the year before.
55% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37,750 | 11 | $965,529 |
| 2024 | $54,250 | 15 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $96,561 | 29 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 22 | $57,411 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Long Branch Church | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $25,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $20,000 |
| Bethel Colony of Mercy | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $16,500 |
| Rise Ministry Network | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $15,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $2,500 |
| Old Bluff Church | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $2,000 |
| PBS NC | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,250 |
| Beacon Rescue Mission | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Campbell University - Dirk and Catherine Foundation | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Carolina Theatre of Durham | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Midway Band Boosters | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Samaritians Purse | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Antioch PFWB Church | For support of religious organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Falcons Childrens Home | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Dunn Emergency Services | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Austism Society of NC | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $622 |
| Natural Audubon Society | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $600 |
| Cameo Art House Theatre | You had two large expenses do you know what they were for: one on 4/9 and the one on 5/31 | $500 |
| Bsa | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| Triton Atheltic | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| Occoneechee Council Scouting America | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| NC Sheriffs Association | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $500 |
| Dunn United Ministral Association | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $250 |
| Triangle South Literacy | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $150 |
| NC Aquarium | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $139 |
| Nature Conservancy | For support of educational organizations and their advancements in accordance with charter | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- J Clifton Alphin Jr
- Steve Byrd
Questions people ask
Does Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation give?
$96,561 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Clifton Alphin Jr (Trustee) and Steve Byrd (Trustee).
What does Carolyn and Clifton Alphin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.