Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cherryville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,750 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $10,000. 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$31,750
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$884,405
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $44,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37,000 | 17 | $779,611 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 13 | $819,670 |
| 2025 | $31,750 | 13 | $884,405 |
How to apply
Lena Sue and C Grier Beam 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 Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $20,750 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $10,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Judes Childrens Research Hosp | Charitable-medical services | $10,000 |
| Levine Children's Hospital | Charitable-medical services | $7,500 |
| Beloved Asheville | Charitable - relief for distressed | $5,000 |
| Holy Angels Inc | Charitable-relief for distressed | $2,500 |
| Gaston College Foundation | Providing scholarships for students | $2,500 |
| Tri-County Animal Rescue | Animal rescue | $1,000 |
| The North Carolina Public Televisio | Public tv network serving nc | $750 |
| The Upper Room | Religious | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable -relief for distressed | $500 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | Animal rescue | $500 |
| Tar River Land Conservancy | Preservation of natural resources | $500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable - relief for distressed | $250 |
| Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation | Charitable-relief for distressed | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael N Beam
- M'shel Beam Bowen
Questions people ask
Does Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation give?
$31,750 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael N Beam (Trustee) and M'shel Beam Bowen (Trustee).
What does Lena Sue and C Grier Beam Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and human services.