Candor NC
Our mission is to dismantle the systems, pathologies, and narratives that perpetuate the discrimination, exclusion, stigmas, and devaluation of Autistic, Neurodivergent, Chronically-ill, and Disabled people. We do this in pursuit of equity, autonomy, and reclamation of our bodies/minds as whole and valid. We believe in the co-creation of interdependent communities centered in abundance, access, and joy.
Candor NC at a glance
In short: Candor NC gave $27K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $27K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $27,250
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $27,250
- Median grant
- $27,250
- Total assets
- $69,619
- +6.6% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated November 2026.
Who Candor NC funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was FEED Durham ($27K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $27K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FEED Durham Durham, NC | CANDOR NC acted as the fiscal sponsor for FEED Durham. The purpose of the grant was to purchase food for community members facing food insecurity and to establish a community garden. | $27,250 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,619 | $326,411 | $334,719 | $27,250 | 1 |
| 2024 | $65,316 | $240,947 | $248,455 | — | — |
| 2023 | $65,897 | $182,134 | $174,364 | — | — |
| 2022 | $56,604 | $142,872 | $129,469 | — | — |
| 2021 | $40,007 | $76,260 | $61,251 | — | — |
About Candor NC
Based on IRS filings
Candor NC is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Durham, NC. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $70K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $27K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Candor NC is led by Jackie Pilgrim, Chair since 2024 (on filings since 2022); none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jackie Pilgrim
Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Ruggiero
Treasurer
Treasurer → Chair, 2023
Chair → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brandon Travis
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tyler Morgan
Board Member
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
Treasurer → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bethany Bash
Board Member
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Katie Jenifer
Board Member
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (12)
- Former: T Land (2021–2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Annabelle Patton (2022–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Felicia West (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Wanda Williams (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Laura Pyatt (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Lanya Shapiro (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Ben Sellers (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Bradford West (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Catalina Gonzales (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Jonah Sanville (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Martina Ballen (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Rebecca Joyner (2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Candor NC
How much does Candor NC give each year?
Candor NC gave $27K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Candor NC?
Candor NC reported $70K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $326K.
What is Candor NC?
Candor NC is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Durham, NC. It holds $70K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Candor NC operate?
Candor NC has awarded grants in North Carolina.
What is Candor NC's EIN?
Candor NC's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4613218. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 30, 2026)
Live grants for the work Candor NC funds
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