North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc is a Raleigh-based public charity that works to end homelessness in North Carolina through advocacy, partnerships, training, technical assistance, data-informed strategies, and support for homelessness services. Its 2023 filing reports grants to North Carolina organizations for aid to people experiencing homelessness.
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc at a glance
In short: North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gave $879K across 14 grants in 2023 (avg $63K), mostly in North Carolina. 43% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $878,543
- -23.5% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 14
- +7.7% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $62,753
- -29.0% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $34,874
- Total assets
- $1,462,140
- -34.2% vs 2022
- New grantees (estimate)
- 43% first-time grantees (6 of 14, 2023; small sample)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 27692, Raleigh, NC 27601-1015
Phone: (919) 755-4393
Website: https://ncceh.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
Who North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Homeward Bound of Western NC ($190K). Together the top 10 received $811K.
Grant Size Distribution
51 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 30 grants of 51 (59%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2023 grants listed in the filing went entirely to recipients in North Carolina. The organization’s website describes the NC Balance of State Continuum of Care as serving 79 of North Carolina’s 100 counties and as one of the state’s 12 Continuums of Care.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc open to new grantees?
43%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 6 of 14 grantees (43%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $50K; repeat grants $72K. How we count
Medians: $31K first-time, $43K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2023). 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 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $317K (2020) to $1.1M (2022). In 2023 it made 14 grants totaling $879K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Homeward Bound of Western NC Asheville, NC | Aid to Homeless | $190,322 |
| Housing Collaborative Charlotte, NC | Aid to Homeless | $163,800 |
| Sixth Avenue Psychiatric Rehabiliat Hendersonville, NC | Aid to Homeless | $146,475 |
| Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Acti Smithfield, NC | Aid to Homeless | $72,973 |
| Greater Hickory Cooperative Christi Hickory, NC | Aid to Homeless | $61,636 |
| Trillium Health Resources Ahoskie, NC | Aid to Homeless | $56,739 |
| Wilson County Interfaith Services Wilson, NC | Aid to Homeless | $41,022 |
| Diakonos Inc Statesville, NC | Aid to Homeless | $28,726 |
| The Reach Center Rocky Mount, NC | Aid to Homeless | $26,278 |
| Pitt County Government Greenville, NC | Aid to Homeless | $22,674 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The organization’s financial page says that historically most revenue came from designated public grants, with relatively little private and unrestricted funding. It also says the organization has developed new partnerships with additional funders and aims to increase reserves and secure more flexible funding.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,462,140 | $2,389,070 | $2,811,685 | $878,543 | 14 | $319 |
| 2022 | $2,221,963 | $2,893,326 | $2,898,037 | $1,148,991 | 13 | $393 |
| 2021 | $2,571,496 | $2,137,134 | $2,762,449 | $992,583 | 14 | $339 |
| 2020 | $1,944,970 | $2,715,743 | $2,204,872 | $317,094 | 10 | $689 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to end homelessness by creating alliances, encouraging public dialogue, securing resources, and advocating for systemic change. It says it works with communities on data-driven strategies focused on permanent housing and appropriate services. Its filing describes technical assistance and training on homelessness solutions, including workshops, presentations, site visits, calls, webinars, and meetings.
In 2023, the organization reported 14 grants, each with the purpose “aid to homeless.” Its largest listed grants went to organizations providing or supporting homelessness-related services. For example, Housing Collaborative says it helps people experiencing or at risk of homelessness secure rental housing. Sixth Avenue Psychiatric says it provides behavioral healthcare to adults with serious mental illness in Henderson County. Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community says it addresses low-income residents’ needs and supports self-sufficiency. These are the grantees’ own descriptions of their work.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the organization made 14 grants totaling $878,543. Grant amounts ranged from $7,803 to $190,322, with a median of $34,874. The largest awards included $190,322 to Homeward Bound of Western NC, $163,800 to Housing Collaborative, $146,475 to Sixth Avenue Psychiatric Rehabilitation, $72,973 to Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action, and $61,636 to Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian.
The organization’s website also lists Continuum of Care, Supportive Services Only–Coordinated Entry, and Emergency Solutions Grant program information. The FY2025 CoC local competition was paused after HUD withdrew its notice of funding opportunity. The FY2026 CoC competition information described a local process requiring intent-to-apply or intent-to-renew forms and applications through ZoomGrants; its stated final submission deadline was September 30, 2026, which has passed.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Brian Alexander as CoC Director; Dr. Latonya Agard as Interim Executive; Ryan Fehrman as Executive Director; Natasha Elliott as Treasurer; and Nicole DeWitt, Melissa Eastwood, Trisha Ecklund, Eric Edwards, Shelley Hudson, and Autrice Long as directors.
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc is led by Melissa McKeown, Chair since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 3 of 20 officers listed in 2023 are compensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Melissa McKeown
Chair
Vice Chair → Board Chair, 2022
Board Chair → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian K. Alexander
Coc Director
Interim Executive → Prior Executive Director, 2021
Prior Executive Director → Coc Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$83K (2020) → $107K (2023)
Amy Blank Wilson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cecelia Peers
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Deronda Metz
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Edwards
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Eastwood
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Thompson
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shelley Hudson
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Autrice Long
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Oots
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicole Dewitt
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Trisha Ecklund
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bill Rowe
Director
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Sanchez
Director
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ryan Fehrman
Executive Di
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$42K (2021) → $38K (2023)
Latonya Agard
Interim Executive
Interim Executive D → Interim Executive, 2023
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$69K (2023)
Brooks Ann McKinney
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Latonya Penny
Vice Chair
Treasurer → Vice Chair, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Natasha Elliott
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Curtis Joe (2021) — Board Chair
- Former: Micheal Woods (2021) — Director
- Former: Amy Modlin (2020) — Board Chair
- Former: David Nash (2020) — Vice Chair
- Former: Denise Neunaber (2020) — Prior Executive
- Former: Joe Curtis (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Rob Martin (2020) — Director
- Former: Tyrone Lindsey (2020) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $107K, to Brian Alexander (COC Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
How much does North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give each year?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gave $879K across 14 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. In 2022 it gave $1.1M across 13 grants.
What is North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's typical grant size?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's median grant in 2023 was $34,874, and its average grant was $62,753, across 14 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc that year got $50K on average.
Where does North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give grants?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gives mostly in North Carolina: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Charlotte, NC (2 grants).
Does North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's 2023 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Aid to Homeless" (14 grants).
Who are North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's largest grantees?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's largest 2023 grantees include Homeward Bound of Western NC ($190,322), Housing Collaborative ($163,800) and Sixth Avenue Psychiatric Rehabiliat ($146,475), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. Together they received 57% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.4M.
What does North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to end homelessness by creating alliances, encouraging public dialogue, securing resources, and advocating for systemic change. It says it works with communities on data-driven strategies focused on permanent housing and appropriate services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check ncceh.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's EIN?
North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-2227722. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 4, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 8, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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