Lewis A Sikes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lewis A Sikes Foundation is a private foundation in Tabor City, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $33,637 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,537. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$33,637
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,537
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $24,514 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $24,514 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $33,637 | 16 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Lewis A Sikes 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 Lewis A Sikes Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $24,887 |
| South Carolina | 6 | $8,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Columbus High School | Grant for academic achievement banquet & arts | $10,537 |
| Clemson Foundation | Education - scholarship fund | $4,000 |
| North Carolina Agricultural Foundation Inc | Education - scholarship fund | $4,000 |
| Columbus County Schools | Grant in support of education | $3,000 |
| Southeastern Community College | Grant in support of education | $2,500 |
| Boys and Girls Home | Grant in support of education | $1,000 |
| Coastal School Ministries | Grant in support of religion | $1,000 |
| Fostering Hope | Grant to provide basic necessities for children in crisis situations | $1,000 |
| Loris Presbyterian | Grant in support of religion | $1,000 |
| Reuben Brown House Society | Grant in support of the arts | $1,000 |
| Sos Health Care Inc | Grant to provide hope, care, and assistance to the autism community | $1,000 |
| Southeastern Oratoria Society | Grant for supporting a singing society | $1,000 |
| Town of Tabor City | Grant for supporting another charity | $1,000 |
| Loris Public Library | Grant in support of another charity | $750 |
| Friends of Tabor City Library | Grant in support of another charity | $500 |
| Tabor City School | Grant for support of education | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- James Craigie
- Christopher Russell
- Naomi W Ward
- Christopher Collins Russell
- Sterling Koonce
- Mary Edi Rogers Cox
- Marc Cox
- Rod Sanders
Questions people ask
Does Lewis A Sikes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lewis A Sikes Foundation give?
$33,637 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lewis A Sikes Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Craigie (President), Christopher Russell (Scretary), Naomi W Ward (Treasurer) and Christopher Collins Russell (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Lewis A Sikes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.