North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc
The North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs is a public charity based in Angier, North Carolina. It supports agricultural and community fairs in the state through member services and grants for education and agricultural awareness.
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc at a glance
In short: North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc gave $286K across 22 grants in 2024 (avg $13K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $286,000
- -21.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 22
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,000
- -21.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $13,000
- Total assets
- $539,460
- +18.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 158, Angier, NC 27501
Phone: (919) 413-9544
Website: https://ncagfairs.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Caldwell County Ag Fair ($13K). Together the top 10 received $130K.
Grant Size Distribution
94 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 92 grants of 94 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in North Carolina. The organization’s stated mission and program descriptions concern agricultural and community fairs in North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2021) to $1.3M (2020). In 2024 it made 22 grants totaling $286K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caldwell County Ag Fair Hudson, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Chowan County Regional Fair Edenton, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Cleveland County Fair Shelby, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Columbus County Fair Whiteville, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Davidson County Ag Fair Lexington, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Drexel Community Fair Drexel, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Duplin County Ag Fair Kenansville, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Hamlet Lions Club Hamlet, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Haywood County Fair Waynesville, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
| Hickory American Legion Fair Hickory, NC | Agri Awareness, Educ | $13,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $539,460 | $564,889 | $481,672 | $286,000 | 22 | $6,558 |
| 2023 | $456,243 | $535,108 | $534,005 | $362,353 | 22 | — |
| 2022 | $455,140 | $811,987 | $379,864 | $235,708 | 22 | — |
| 2021 | $23,017 | $96,415 | $85,497 | $11,571 | 1 | — |
| 2020 | $12,099 | $1,421,569 | $1,459,670 | $1,338,429 | 27 | $2 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to promote interest in agricultural fairs in North Carolina, including livestock shows, as well as community fairs. Its 2024 filing describes programming that includes conventions, awards recognition, scholarships, and funds to provide education and promote interest in those fairs.
The 2024 grants were reported for agricultural awareness and education. Supported organizations include county and community fairs and fair-associated organizations. For example, Drexel Community Fair Incorporated says its mission is to educate the public about agriculture and homemaking skills through annual fairs and exhibitions. Cleveland County Fair Inc says its annual fair promotes agriculture, education, history, art, and industry. Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds Inc describes its mission as showcasing agriculture, promoting youth development, and providing family entertainment and community events.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the association reported 22 grants totaling $286,000. All 22 were $13,000, making $13,000 the smallest, largest, and median grant amount. The listed purposes include agricultural awareness and education.
Examples of 2024 recipients include Caldwell County Ag Fair in Hudson, Chowan County Regional Fair in Edenton, Cleveland County Fair in Shelby, Drexel Community Fair in Drexel, and Hickory American Legion Fair in Hickory, each receiving $13,000. Pitt County American Legion in Greenville also received $13,000; it describes its mission as promoting and educating the public about the farming community and its independence.
The association’s website offers membership registrations and donations to its Academic & Financial Scholarship Fund and Dick Janas Scholarship Fund. It does not describe a grant application process for outside applicants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Cathy Price Horton as executive director; Gary Price as president; Don Deal as vice president; Allen Faircloth and Eddie Pitzer as past presidents; Kevin Hardison, Cheryle Hartley, Jim Head, and Tommy Petty as directors; and Bobby Jenks as associate member.
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc is led by Cathy Price Horton, Executive Director since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 14 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Cathy Price Horton
Executive Director
Director → Executive Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
$11K (2023) → $29K (2024)
Gary Price
President
Vice President → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Becky Wilder
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Cheryle Hartley
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jim Head
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kevin Hardison
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Tommy Petty
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Sarah Ray
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Vinnon Williams
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Allen Faircloth
Past President
President → Past President, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Bobby Jenks
Associate Member
Director → Associate Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Don Deal
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Eddie Pitzer
Past President
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Ronnie Turner
Associate
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Bonnie Holloman (2020–2023) — Prior Executive D
- Former: Dean Corl (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Debbie Carter (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Milton Ingram (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $29K, to Cathy Price Horton (Exec Directo).
Frequently asked questions about North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc
How much does North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc give each year?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc gave $286K across 22 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $362K across 22 grants.
What is North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's typical grant size?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's median grant in 2024 was $13,000, and its average grant was $13,000, across 22 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc give grants?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc gives mostly in North Carolina: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 22 grants with a stated purpose on North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Agri Awareness, Educ" (22 grants).
Who are North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's largest grantees?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Caldwell County Ag Fair ($13,000), Chowan County Regional Fair ($13,000) and Cleveland County Fair ($13,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 14% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc reported $539K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $565K.
What does North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to promote interest in agricultural fairs in North Carolina, including livestock shows, as well as community fairs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check ncagfairs.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's EIN?
North Carolina Association of Agricultural Fairs Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-0992324. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 10, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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