First Citizens Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlySmithfield, North Carolina · EIN 56-6044206 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$32K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$731K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ava Gardner Museum | Smithfield, NC | Organization operations and activities | $5,000 |
| House of Hope | Clayton, NC | Organization operation | $5,000 |
| Wilson Forward | Wilson, NC | Organizatin operation | $5,000 |
| Wilson Arts | Wilson, NC | Organization operations and activities | $5,000 |
| Johnston Health Foundation | Smithfield, NC | Organization operations and activities | $2,500 |
| Benson Health | Benson, NC | Organization operations and activities | $2,000 |
| Johnston Community College | Smithfield, NC | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| North Carolina State University | Raleigh, NC | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| North Carolina Wesleyan College | Rocky Mount, NC | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Lafayette College | Easton, PA | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Nc A&t University | Greensboro, NC | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $27,600 | 10 |
| 2023 | $31,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631349349101858
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-6044206
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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