The Monford D and Lucy L Custer Foundation
Historical FunderLeland, North Carolina · EIN 54-1839172 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $12,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | H F SANDERS III DIRECTOR |
|---|---|
| Address | 2127 SHELMORE WAY, LELAND NC 28451 |
| Phone | 9126957230 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORMAT IS REQUIRED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
88% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Shepherd Center | Wilmington, NC | General support | $25,000 |
| Pin Ministry | Virginia Beach, VA | General support | $12,500 |
| Sinclair Health Clinic | Winchester, VA | General support | $12,500 |
| Adult Care Center of the Nsv | Winchester, VA | General support | $10,000 |
| Arts Southeast | Savannah, GA | General support | $10,000 |
| Loop It Up Savannah | Savannah, GA | General support | $10,000 |
| Matthew Reardon Center for Autism | Savannah, GA | General support | $10,000 |
| Safe Shelter | Exton, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Tamra Learning Academy | Temple, TX | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $110,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $97,240 | 8 |
| 2023 | $100,190 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631279349100413
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-1839172
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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