The Stephens Endowment
Invitation OnlyMorganton, North Carolina · EIN 56-0633355 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$67K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
25% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary | Wake Forest, NC | Operations | $20,000 |
| Emmanuel University | Franklin Springs, GA | Operations | $12,000 |
| Summit Community Church | Morganton, NC | Operations | $12,000 |
| Christ Classical Academy | Morganton, NC | Operations | $5,000 |
| Burke United Christian Ministries | Morganton, NC | Operations | $5,000 |
| Baptist Children's Homes of Nc | Thomasville, NC | Operations | $4,000 |
| Mission Dignity - Guidstone | Dallas, TX | Operations | $3,000 |
| The Outreach Center | Morganton, NC | Operations | $2,000 |
| Engage Hope Ministries | Plano, TX | Operations | $1,000 |
| Bible Broadcasting Network | Charlotte, NC | Operations | $1,000 |
| Catawba River Baptist Endowment | Morganton, NC | Operations | $1,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center | Morganton, NC | Operations | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $53,250 | 8 |
| 2022 | $56,000 | 7 |
| 2020 | $67,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 19, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533539349100503
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-0633355
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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