Updated Oct 28, 2026
Private foundations based in South Carolina
308 grantmaking foundations headquartered in South Carolina, holding $4.5B in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 21 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Based in | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darla Moore and Richard Rainwater Foundationsince 2011 | Lake City, SC | $35M26 grants · 2024 | $30K | Preselected only | $658M |
| Bluecross Blueshield of South Carolina Foundationsince 2003 | Columbia, SC | $21M57 grants · 2025 | $300K | Preselected only | $396M |
| Beemok Family Foundationsince 2014 | Charleston, SC | $9.7M39 grants · 2024 | $25K | Yes | $43M |
| Drs Bruce & Lee Foundationsince 2001 | Florence, SC | $8.4M20 grants · 2024 | $74K | Preselected only | $255M |
| Darnall W Boyd Foundation Incsince 2010 | Columbia, SC | $6.8M17 grants · 2024 | $150K | Preselected only | $149M |
| The Williams Brice Edwards Charitable Trustsince 1988 | Sumter, SC | $5.6M36 grants · 2024 | $30K | Yes | $57M |
| Lb Foundationsince 2019 | Greenville, SC | $3.9M21 grants · 2025 | $86K | Yes | $65M |
| C W and Dorothy G Love Foundation Incsince 2007 | McColl, SC | $3.5M75 grants · 2025 | $20K | Preselected only | $74M |
| The Graham Foundationsince 1986 | Greenville, SC | $3.4M19 grants · 2024 | $30K | Preselected only | $47M |
| Nutramax Family Foundationsince 2019 | Lancaster, SC | $2.9M70 grants · 2025 | $9,250 | Preselected only | $13M |
| Milliken & Company Charitable Foundationsince 2021 | Spartanburg, SC | $2.8M44 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Yes | $16M |
| Jolley Foundationsince 1949 | Greenville, SC | $2.7M87 grants · 2025 | $30K | Yes | $31M |
| Michael J Mungo Foundation Incsince 2008 | Irmo, SC | $2.6M45 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $34M |
| Coydog Foundationsince 1987 | Charleston, SC | $2.6M88 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $42M |
| Mary Black Foundation Incsince 1987 | Spartanburg, SC | $2.6M43 grants · 2024 | $30K | Yes | $87M |
| Joy Unspeakable Foundationsince 2024 | Charleston, SC | $2.1M3 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $464M |
| Reams Foundation Incsince 1994 | Charleston, SC | $2.0M20 grants · 2025 | $60K | Preselected only | $38M |
| The Springs Close Foundation Incsince 1944 | Fort Mill, SC | $2.0M101 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $36M |
| Abney Foundationsince 1959 | Anderson, SC | $1.9M51 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $51M |
| The Fullerton Foundation Incsince 1987 | Gaffney, SC | $1.5M54 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $36M |
| Dawn Laurel Foundationsince 2015 | Clemson, SC | $1.5M42 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $28M |
| Steven M & Joyce E Tadler Charitable Trsince 2009 | Kiawah Island, SC | $1.4M10 grants · 2024 | $80K | Preselected only | $15M |
| John Calvin Bible Foundation Incsince 2000 | Lancaster, SC | $1.4M26 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $21M |
| John I Smith Charities Incsince 1986 | Greer, SC | $1.3M44 grants · 2024 | $25K | Yes | $23M |
| Self Foundationsince 1947 | Greenwood, SC | $1.2M1 grants · 2024 | $1.2M | Yes | $26M |
| Comporium Foundation Incsince 1985 | Rock Hill, SC | $1.1M122 grants · 2024 | $3,625 | Preselected only | $21M |
| Ceres Foundation Incsince 1999 | Charleston, SC | $1.0M45 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $27M |
| Davis Family Foundationsince 2001 | Greenwood, SC | $1.0M92 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $21M |
| Kuznik Charitable Foundationsince 2016 | Charleston, SC | $1.0M52 grants · 2024 | $25K | Yes | $57M |
| Iversen Family Foundationsince 2019 | Six Mile, SC | $1.0M1 grants · 2024 | $1.0M | Preselected only | $25M |
| Arkwright Foundationsince 1949 | Spartanburg, SC | $970K101 grants · 2024 | $2,000 | Yes | $17M |
| Ralph and Virginia Hendricks Foundationsince 1986 | Simpsonville, SC | $931K25 grants · 2025 | $15K | Preselected only | $12M |
| Phillips Charitable Foundation Incsince 2016 | Charleston, SC | $880K33 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $25M |
| Toby Cassels Foundationsince 2015 | Lexington, SC | $879K8 grants · 2025 | $113K | Preselected only | $25M |
| Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation Incsince 1998 | Charleston, SC | $845K97 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $11M |
| Tnkv Foundationsince 2018 | Hilton Head, SC | $840K5 grants · 2025 | $200K | Preselected only | $12M |
| Hasmukh and Gita Rama Foundationsince 2012 | Greenville, SC | $812K1 grants · 2024 | $812K | Preselected only | $18M |
| Kaab Memorial Foundation Incsince 2020 | Greenville, SC | $793K15 grants · 2024 | $24K | Preselected only | $13M |
| Ellison S McKissick Jr & Noel P McKissick Foundationsince 1983 | Greenville, SC | $789K18 grants · 2025 | $21K | Preselected only | $15M |
| Ray & Vera Conniff Foundationsince 2015 | Fort Mill, SC | $788K24 grants · 2024 | $23K | Preselected only | $19M |
| Daniel - Mickel Foundationsince 1978 | Greenville, SC | $779K95 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Yes | $14M |
| Owenoke Foundationsince 1997 | Sheldon, SC | $750K41 grants · 2023 | $15K | Preselected only | $16M |
| Chester Foundationsince 1973 | Chester, SC | $730K13 grants · 2025 | $15K | Yes | $12M |
| Sunshine Foundation Incsince 1997 | Barnwell, SC | $724K104 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $13M |
| Cp Legacy Foundation of Sumter Sc Incsince 2023 | Sumter, SC | $721K8 grants · 2024 | $98K | Yes | $16M |
| Pennell Family Foundationsince 2020 | Greenville, SC | $692K5 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $12M |
| Marlboro General Hospitalsince 1941 | Bennettsville, SC | $688K7 grants · 2025 | $108K | Yes | $11M |
| The Arras Foundationsince 1946 | Lancaster, SC | $675K28 grants · 2022 | $2,500 | Yes | $77M |
| Cassels Foundationsince 1996 | Lexington, SC | $622K9 grants · 2025 | $25K | Preselected only | $34M |
| John T Stevens Foundationsince 1970 | Kershaw, SC | $533K46 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $11M |
| Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundationsince 2019 | Pawleys Isl, SC | $532K8 grants · 2024 | $7,500 | Preselected only | $12M |
| United Community Bank Foundation Incsince 2020 | Greenville, SC | $505K235 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $13M |
| Dodie Anderson Family Charitable Foundationsince 2022 | Spartanburg, SC | $430K6 grants · 2025 | $20K | Preselected only | $12M |
| The Roberts Foundation Founded By William C Roberts MDsince 2019 | Charleston, SC | $381K28 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $11M |
| Vandy Charitable Foundation Incsince 1995 | Georgetown, SC | $380K48 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $17M |
| Gregg-Graniteville Foundation Incsince 1950 | Graniteville, SC | $212K31 grants · 2024 | $7,000 | Yes | $21M |
| Movement Resourcessince 2016 | Fort Mill, SC | $175K1 grants · 2024 | $175K | Preselected only | $277M |
| Bakala Foundation USAsince 2019 | Greenville, SC | $100K1 grants · 2024 | $100K | Yes | $15M |
| Bible Study Time Incsince 1972 | Spartanburg, SC | — | — | Preselected only | $16M |
| Benco Foundationsince 2022 | Landrum, SC | — | — | Preselected only | $13M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in South Carolina
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | South Carolina Arts Commission — Organizational GrantsStateSouth Carolina Arts Commission | South Carolina Arts Commission | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | South Carolina Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateSouth Carolina Humanities | South Carolina Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in South Carolina?
Our directory lists 308 private grantmaking foundations in South Carolina with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $4.5B. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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