The Perkins Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-8523229
Foundation Overview
Based in Sanford, NC, The Perkins Foundation Inc has awarded 182 grants totaling $868,302 to organizations in North Carolina, District of Columbia and 5 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $25 to $65,250, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
6 of 18 recipients (33%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
92% of all grants are concentrated in North Carolina, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within North Carolina, funding concentrates in Sanford (58%), Raleigh (22%), Vass (5%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 808% growth in annual giving over 9 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Dual focus on community projects (56%) and education, indicating strategic concentration in complementary program areas.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Perkins Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascend Leadership Academy | $2,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| First Presbyterian Church | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Providence Baptist Church | $500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $5,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Disability Rights North Carolina | $250 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Downtown Sanford Inc | $500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $1,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| First Baptist Church | $48,600 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Grace Christian School Grace Chapel Church | $10,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Vfw Foundation | $100 | Kansas City, MO, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Sandhills Classical Christian School Inc | $5,000 | Carthage, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Temple Theatre Company Inc | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Tlc Golf | $150 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Wallace Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Wallace, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2025 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $6,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| First Baptist Church | $65,250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Grace Christian School Grace Chapel Church | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $10,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Temple Theatre Company Inc | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| The Gideons International | $7,000 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Alzheimer's Disease And Related Disorders Association Inc | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Aviator Boosters Inc | $2,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Blessings In A Backpack Inc | $5,000 | Louisville, KY, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Coolwater Cowboy Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Disability Rights North Carolina | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Edgewood Presbyterian Church | $200 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $2,500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $2,503 | Kansas City, MO, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Good & Glory Nonprofit | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| North Carolina Sheriffs Association | $25 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Sandhills Classical Christian School Inc | $5,000 | Carthage, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Tlc Golf | $125 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Union Presbyterian Church | $100 | Cameron, SC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $6,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| First Baptist Church | $65,250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Grace Christian School Grace Chapel Church | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $10,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Temple Theatre Company Inc | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| The Gideons International | $7,000 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Alzheimer's Disease And Related Disorders Association Inc | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Aviator Boosters Inc | $2,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Blessings In A Backpack Inc | $5,000 | Louisville, KY, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Coolwater Cowboy Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Disability Rights North Carolina | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Edgewood Presbyterian Church | $200 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $2,500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $2,503 | Kansas City, MO, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Good & Glory Nonprofit | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| North Carolina Sheriffs Association | $25 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Sandhills Classical Christian School Inc | $5,000 | Carthage, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Tlc Golf | $125 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Union Presbyterian Church | $100 | Cameron, SC, US | Outreach Programs | 2024 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $3,500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $5,300 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| First Baptist Church | $43,500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| The Gideons International | $5,000 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Young Life Lee County | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Lee County Community Foundation | $300 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Tlc Home | $125 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Grace Christian School Grace Chapel Church | $5,500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Outreach Mission Inc | $25,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Make-a-wish Eastern North Carolina | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| North Carolina Museum Of History Foundation | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Camp Corral | $1,800 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| United Way Of Lee County Inc | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Suffolk Art League | $1,000 | Suffolk, VA, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Arc Of Beaufort County Inc | $250 | Washington, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Baptist Children's Homes Of North Carolina Inc | $100 | Thomasville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Temple Theatre Company Inc | $10,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $3,500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $5,300 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| First Baptist Church | $43,500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| The Gideons International | $5,000 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Young Life Lee County | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Lee County Community Foundation | $300 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Tlc Home | $125 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Grace Christian School Grace Chapel Church | $5,500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Outreach Mission Inc | $25,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Make-a-wish Eastern North Carolina | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| North Carolina Museum Of History Foundation | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Camp Corral | $1,800 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| United Way Of Lee County Inc | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Suffolk Art League | $1,000 | Suffolk, VA, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Arc Of Beaufort County Inc | $250 | Washington, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Baptist Children's Homes Of North Carolina Inc | $100 | Thomasville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Temple Theatre Company Inc | $10,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church | $44,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $50 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Sanford Elks Lodge - Brush & Pallette Club | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Gideons International | $7,100 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Young Life Lee County | $300 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $1,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Alice Aycock Poe Center For Health Education | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | $200 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Nc State Student Aid Association Inc | $250 | Raleign, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Grace Ministries | $5,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Life Springs Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church | $44,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $50 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Sanford Elks Lodge - Brush & Pallette Club | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Gideons International | $7,100 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Young Life Lee County | $300 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $1,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Alice Aycock Poe Center For Health Education | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | $200 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Nc State Student Aid Association Inc | $250 | Raleign, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Grace Ministries | $5,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Life Springs Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church | $44,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $50 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Sanford Elks Lodge - Brush & Pallette Club | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Gideons International | $7,100 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Young Life Lee County | $300 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America - Occoneechee Council | $1,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Unit Foundation | $1,000 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| The Alice Aycock Poe Center For Health Education | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Family Promise Of Lee County | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | $200 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Nc State Student Aid Association Inc | $250 | Raleign, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Grace Ministries | $5,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| Life Springs Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church | $44,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Temple Theatre | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Educational | 2021 |
| Young Life Lee County | $500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Railroad House Historical Society | $50 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| The Gideons International | $5,000 | Fayetteville, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Tlc Home Inc | $250 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Central Carolina | $5,600 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Roland Palmer Ss Class Of First Baptist Church | $200 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| Sanford Elks Lodge | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2021 |
| First Baptist Church | $50,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| Temple Theatre | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Educational | 2020 |
| The Unit Foundation | $500 | Vass, NC, US | Outreach Programs Educational | 2020 |
| Young Life Lee County | $750 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| The Lord's Table | $2,000 | Goldsboro, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| Saint David's Fund | $1,972 | Raleigh, NC, US | Educational | 2020 |
| Nc Community Foundation | $100 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| The Stevens Center | $100 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2020 |
| Back Pack Pals | $100 | Southern Pines, NC, US | Food Bank | 2020 |
| Daughters Of The Revolution | $500 | Washington, DC, US | Preservation Of Historic Record Outreach Programs | 2017 |
| First Baptist Church | $2,500 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2017 |
| Lee County Education Foundation | $2,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2017 |
| The Gideons International | $500 | Nashville, NC, US | Charitable Assistance For Families. | 2017 |
| Temple Theatre | $2,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Educational | 2017 |
| Sanford Job Express | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2017 |
| Baptist Chapel Church | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2017 |
| Lee County Community Foundation | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2016 |
| Lee County Ymca | $1,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2016 |
| Daughters Of The Revolution | $500 | Washington, DC, US | Preservation Of Historic Record Outreach Programs | 2016 |
| The Gideons International | $1,000 | Nashville, NC, US | Charitable Assistance For Families. | 2016 |
| Boys And Girls Club | $5,000 | Sanford, NC, US | Educational Programs | 2016 |
| First Baptist Church | $924 | Sanford, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2016 |
| Ymca Of The Triangle | $500 | Raleigh, NC, US | Outreach Programs | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 20-8523229 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 525 Sanford, NC 27331-0525 |
Key People (1)
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| Director | George R Perkins Jr |
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Forms 990-PF
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