The Story Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Story Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Black Mountain, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $32,000 | 19 | $0 |
| 2024 | $29,000 | 18 | $0 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jan Allison 103 Scotland Street, Black Mtn, NC 28711 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (828) 669-8784, helgreenanddalton@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Foundation grant application form |
| Deadlines | Prior to september 30 |
What The Story Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 11 | $19,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | Spread the gospel | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Childrens research hospital | $3,000 |
| Hospice of the Carolina Foothills | Terminal illness care | $2,500 |
| The Meeting Place | Senior citizen food distribution | $2,000 |
| Individual | Crisis center | $2,000 |
| Polk County Historical Association | Historical association | $2,000 |
| Individual | $1,500 | |
| The Smile Train | Childrens medical | $1,500 |
| Adra | Share the love of christ | $1,000 |
| Amazing Facts Inc | Share the love of christ | $1,000 |
| Hendersonville Rescue Mission | Care for the homeless | $1,000 |
| In Touch Ministries | Spread the gospel of christ | $1,000 |
| Individual | Spread the gospel of christ | $1,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | Food distribution to those in need | $1,000 |
| The Voice of Prophecy | Religious outreach | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Young Life Asheville Buncombe Count | Youth religious | $1,000 |
| Foothills Humane Society | Share the love of christ | $1,000 |
| House of Flags Museum | Flag museum | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jan H Allison
- Karen Cogburn
- Louise Story
- Barry Kempson
Questions people ask
Does The Story Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Prior to september 30.
How much does The Story Foundation Inc give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Story Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jan H Allison (Chairperson), Karen Cogburn (Treasurer), Louise Story (Secretary) and Barry Kempson (Vice President).
What does The Story Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.