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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The McSwain Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the Trust distributed a total of $96.5K across 19 grantees, emphasizing its commitment to fostering connections rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$96.5K
2024
Grantees funded
19
Multi-year grantees
89%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
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Steven McSwain
Board Member
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Jean McSwain
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MCSWAIN TRUST?
No. THE MCSWAIN TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MCSWAIN TRUST give?
THE MCSWAIN TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Michigan. 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 THE MCSWAIN TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MCSWAIN TRUST fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MCSWAIN TRUST make each year?
In 2024, THE MCSWAIN TRUST awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $97 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MCSWAIN TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, THE MCSWAIN TRUST awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SAMARITAN MINISTRIES, FOOD BANK OF CENTRAL & EASTERN NC INC, and HAVEN IN LEE COUNTY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MCSWAIN TRUST?
THE MCSWAIN TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.