The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc
The Foundation for Christian Arts is a private foundation based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Its 2024 filing describes its direct charitable activity as support for Christian arts, pastoral development, and the poor.
The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $285,755
- -81.8% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $27,030
- -86.5% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1320 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (910) 256-8999
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
67 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 62 grants of 67 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
How The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc gives
- Giving grew 102% from 2020 to 2023. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $85K (2020) to $639K (2022). In 2023 it made 14 grants totaling $172K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 10 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $137,940 |
| Meredith College Raleigh, NC | Financial aid that supports the foundation's mission | $15,000 |
| Kent Henry Ministries Pacific, MO | To support the continuation of worship videos and provide scholarships for mission trips. | $10,000 |
| Adaptive Specialties Westerville, OH | Financial aid that supports the foundation's mission | $6,475 |
| Baxter Inc Deerfield, IL | Financial aid that supports the foundation's mission | $2,850 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $285,755 | — | $27,030 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $1,570,123 | $547 | $200,434 | $172,265 | 14 | $172,265 | $547 |
| 2022 | $1,770,010 | $308,418 | $651,486 | $639,250 | 17 | $644,959 | — |
| 2021 | $2,113,078 | $752,651 | $262,800 | $260,300 | 14 | $262,300 | — |
| 2020 | $1,623,227 | $1,380,623 | $85,282 | $85,250 | 22 | — | $117 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated direct charitable activity is “Charitable Support for Christian Arts, Pastoral Development, and the Poor.” A 2023 grantee, Meredith College, received $15,000. The college describes its own mission as educating and inspiring students, grounded in the liberal arts and committed to professional preparation, to live with integrity and provide leadership for society’s needs, opportunities, and challenges.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported $172,265 in grants across 14 grants, an average of about $12,305 per grant. In 2022, it reported $639,250 across 17 grants. The reported 2024 filing lists no grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Michael E Lopez as president, Jessica Panagopoulos as vice president, and Julie Lopez as treasurer.
The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc is led by Michael E Lopez, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Michael E Lopez
President
On filings since 2020
0.6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julie Lopez
Treasurer
Secretary & Treasurer → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Panagopoulos
Vice President
On filings since 2022
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Pam Cox (2020–2021) — Vice President
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.
Frequently asked questions about The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc
How large is The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc?
The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc reported $286K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What does The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated direct charitable activity is “Charitable Support for Christian Arts, Pastoral Development, and the Poor.” A 2023 grantee, Meredith College, received $15,000. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc's EIN?
The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 05-0593068. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Foundation for Christian Arts Pastoral Development and the Poor Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, 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
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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