The Sentry Foundation
Invitation OnlyLincolnton, North Carolina · EIN 82-3151357 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$44K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$3,850
Total assets$104K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,932 and $6,350.
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
0% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston Community Foundation | Gastonia, NC | General fund | $26,000 |
| Christian Ministries of Lincoln County | Lincolnton, NC | General fund | $6,350 |
| Asbury Academy Back Pack Prg Lincoln County Schools | Lincolnton, NC | Backpack progrm for kids | $5,750 |
| First Baptist Church | Lincolnton, NC | General fund | $3,850 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charlotte, NC | General fund | $1,932 |
| Cfo Ministries | Charlotte, NC | General fund | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,082 | 6 |
| 2024 | $20,550 | 9 |
| 2023 | $11,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631359349101063
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3151357
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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