First Citizens Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
First Citizens Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Smithfield, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$730,826
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,600 the year before.
64% 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 | $31,500 | 9 | $605,821 |
| 2024 | $27,600 | 10 | $677,898 |
| 2025 | $32,000 | 11 | $730,826 |
How to apply
First Citizens Foundation Inc 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 First Citizens Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $30,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ava Gardner Museum | Organization operations and activities | $5,000 |
| House of Hope | Organization operation | $5,000 |
| Wilson Forward | Organizatin operation | $5,000 |
| Wilson Arts | Organization operations and activities | $5,000 |
| Johnston Health Foundation | Organization operations and activities | $2,500 |
| Benson Health | Organization operations and activities | $2,000 |
| Johnston Community College | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| North Carolina State University | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| North Carolina Wesleyan College | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Lafayette College | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| NC A&t University | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank B Holding Jr
- Hope H Bryant
- Olivia Holding
- Jeff Carver
- Judith A Murray
- Carson H Brice
Questions people ask
Does First Citizens Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does First Citizens Foundation Inc give?
$32,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs First Citizens Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank B Holding Jr (President), Hope H Bryant (Vice President), Olivia Holding (Treasurer) and Jeff Carver (Assistant Secretary/Treasu) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does First Citizens Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.