The McSwain Trust
Preselected recipients only
The McSwain Trust is a private foundation in Sanford, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $96,500 the year before.
24% 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 | $122,000 | 33 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $96,500 | 30 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 33 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The McSwain Trust 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 The McSwain Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 33 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robbins Village Theater | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Temple Theater | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Lee County Community Orchestra | Fund recipient's exempt purposefund recipient's exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Robbins Area Library | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Cuoc | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| John T Hoggard High School | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Triads Cultural Arts | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Flow University | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Companion Animal Clinic Foundation | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Samaritan's Ministries | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Haven of Lee County | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Lee Co Sr High School Drama Dept | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Partners for Children and Families | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| The Bread Basket | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Paws of the Pines Rescue | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Moore County Art Council | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Sandhills Childrens Center | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| The O'Neal School | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Broad River Genealogical Society | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Children's Home Society of NC | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Foothills Outdoors | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Helping Hand Clinic | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Northern Granville Middle School FFA | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Outreach Missions | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Railroad House Museum | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Sawtooth Center | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| The Boys and Girls Club of the Sandhills | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Caring Hearts for Canines | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Bread of Life Ministries | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Family Promise | Fund recipient's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean McSwain
- Steven McSwain
Questions people ask
Does The McSwain Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McSwain Trust give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The McSwain Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jean McSwain (Trustee) and Steven McSwain (Trustee).
What does The McSwain Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.