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Est.

1943

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Spartanburg County Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, issuing grants solely by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation paid a total of $25.6 million across 469 grantees.

Mission Statement

The Spartanburg County Foundation is committed to improving the lives of Spartanburg County residents by promoting philanthropy, encouraging community engagement, and responding to community needs.
Total Funding Given
$25.6M
2024
Grantees funded
469
Multi-year grantees
61%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
283
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Dr Leonard Starks
Board Member
M
Mr Scott Montgomery
Board Member
M
Ms Cathy H McCabe
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Spartanburg County Foundation?
No. Spartanburg County Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Spartanburg County Foundation give?
Spartanburg County Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina, Arkansas, and North Carolina. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Spartanburg County Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Spartanburg County Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Spartanburg County Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Spartanburg County Foundation awarded about 280 grants, totaling nearly $25.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Spartanburg County Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Spartanburg County Foundation awarded grants to about 470 grantees. Recent grantees include Spartanburg County Foundation, NORTHSIDE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, and SPARTANBURG ACADEMIC MOVEMENT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Spartanburg County Foundation?
Spartanburg County Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.