Darrell and Patricia Steagall
Darrell and Patricia Steagall is a private foundation based in Gastonia, North Carolina. Its grants support a range of charitable organizations, including schools and universities, churches, and organizations providing care, relief, housing, food-related support, and other services.
Darrell and Patricia Steagall at a glance
In short: Darrell and Patricia Steagall gave $211K across 40 grants in 2025 (avg $5K), mostly in North Carolina. 8% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $211,000
- +34.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 40
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,275
- +34.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $2,824,388
- -5.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 8% first-time grantees (3 of 40, 2025)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (63% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Darrell and Patricia Steagall
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Requests should be submitted in writing and include the requesting organization, what the funds will be used for, and who will benefit. The filing lists no award restrictions.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Darrell Patricia Steagall
Mailing address: 355 South New Hope Road, Suite 302, Gastonia, NC 28054
Phone: (704) 867-7344
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Darrell and Patricia Steagall funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Holy Angels ($21K). Together the top 10 received $129K.
Grant Size Distribution
199 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 199 grants of 199 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 63% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina and 25% to recipients in Georgia. South Carolina received 5%, while Virginia and Tennessee each received 1%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 40 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Darrell and Patricia Steagall open to new grantees?
8%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 40 grantees (8%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $5K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 93% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 41% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 116% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $115K (2021) to $211K (2025). In 2025 it made 40 grants totaling $211K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Angels Belmont, NC | Care for Intellectually Disabled | $21,000 |
| NCSU Foundation Raleigh, NC | University Advancement | $21,000 |
| The Schenk School Atlanta, GA | SCHOOL | $20,000 |
| Grace Covenant Presbyterian Asheville, NC | CHURCH | $13,000 |
| Georgia State Atlanta, GA | University | $10,000 |
| The Howard School Atlanta, GA | SCHOOL | $10,000 |
| Valley Hope Foundation Blakc Mountain, NC | Humanitarian IAD & Relief | $10,000 |
| Carolina Cross Connection Concord, NC | Youth Summer Camp | $8,000 |
| Central United Mooresville, NC | CHURCH | $8,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | Crisis Relief | $8,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,824,388 | $87,829 | $249,271 | $211,000 | 40 | $211,000 | $50,286 | $181,205 |
| 2024 | $2,985,830 | $241,124 | $196,286 | $157,500 | 40 | $157,500 | $203,788 | $180,020 |
| 2023 | $2,888,594 | $295,043 | $183,539 | $150,000 | 39 | $150,000 | $112,904 | $157,079 |
| 2022 | $2,631,622 | $282,651 | $182,761 | $149,600 | 42 | $151,000 | $130,890 | $150,606 |
| 2021 | $2,531,732 | $382,521 | $147,693 | $115,000 | 38 | $116,350 | $351,178 | $151,426 |
| 2020 | $2,506,274 | $612,080 | $149,162 | $123,500 | 38 | — | $420,328 | $116,105 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Darrell and Patricia Steagall reported a distributable amount of $181K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for educational institutions, religious organizations, care for people with intellectual disabilities, crisis relief, youth programs, a homeless shelter, and efforts related to hunger.
Grantee missions illustrate the work of some recipients. Holy Angels says it provides care and opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions. The Howard School says it educates students with language learning disabilities and differences. Samaritan’s Purse describes its work as spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, disasters, disease, and famine. Food Well Alliance says it supports local growers to help build healthier communities, while Hope of Mooresville says it provides temporary supportive housing for homeless women and children.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made 40 grants totaling $211,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $21,000, with a median of $3,000. Notable awards included $21,000 each to Holy Angels in Belmont, North Carolina, and NCSU Foundation in Raleigh; $20,000 to The Schenk School in Atlanta; and $13,000 to Grace Covenant Presbyterian in Asheville. Other awards included $10,000 each to Georgia State and The Howard School, and $8,000 each to Carolina Cross Connection, Central United, and Samaritan’s Purse.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Darrell C. Steagall as president and Patricia C. Steagall as secretary. Darrell P. Steagall, Holly G. Steagall, Gabriel J. Steagall, and Robin G. Steagall are listed as vice presidents.
Darrell and Patricia Steagall is led by Darrell P. Steagall, President & Vice President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Darrell P. Steagall
President & Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Gabriel J. Steagall
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Holly G. Steagall
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Patricia C. Steagall
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robin G. Steagall
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 Darrell and Patricia Steagall
How much does Darrell and Patricia Steagall give each year?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall gave $211K across 40 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $158K across 40 grants.
What is Darrell and Patricia Steagall's typical grant size?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall's median grant in 2025 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,275, across 40 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Darrell and Patricia Steagall that year got $5K on average.
Where does Darrell and Patricia Steagall give grants?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall gives mostly in North Carolina: 63% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Georgia (25%) and South Carolina (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (6 grants), Mooresville, NC (6 grants), Gastonia, NC (6 grants) and Raleigh, NC (2 grants).
Does Darrell and Patricia Steagall give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 40 grants with a stated purpose on Darrell and Patricia Steagall's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Church" (3 grants).
Who are Darrell and Patricia Steagall's largest grantees?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall's largest 2025 grantees include Holy Angels ($21,000), NCSU Foundation ($21,000) and The Schenk School ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Darrell and Patricia Steagall?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall reported $2.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $211K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $181K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Darrell and Patricia Steagall fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for educational institutions, religious organizations, care for people with intellectual disabilities, crisis relief, youth programs, a homeless shelter, and efforts related to hunger. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Darrell and Patricia Steagall?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Darrell and Patricia Steagall's EIN?
Darrell and Patricia Steagall's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-2061059. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Darrell and Patricia Steagall accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 18, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 11, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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