Charles Timmons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles Timmons Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $447,000 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $137,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$447,000
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$137,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $462,725 the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $282,000 | 34 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $462,725 | 31 | $11.1 million |
| 2025 | $447,000 | 49 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
Charles Timmons Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Charles Timmons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 38 | $407,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $23,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Furman University | Timmons Arena Renovation Fund | $137,000 |
| Legacy Early College | Marion Road Campus | $100,000 |
| Christ Church | General & Unrestricted | $52,000 |
| University of South Carolina Educational Foundatio | Gamecock Golf Clubhouse | $50,000 |
| Augustine Literacy Project-Brevard | General & Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| United Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Georgia State University Foundation Inc | Risk Management Program | $5,000 |
| Pivotpoint WNC | Arch to Freedom Access Fund | $5,000 |
| SC New Play Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of the South | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Community Foundation of Greenville Inc | Heller Heritage on the Green | $3,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greenville Inc | Synnex Share the Majic | $3,000 |
| Greenville Arts Festival | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| National Brain Tumor Society Inc | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| St Andrews Society of Upper S Carolina Heritage | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Upstate Youth Development Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Christ Church Episcopal School | Annual Fund | $2,500 |
| Peace Center Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| United Way of Greenville County Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| University of South Carolina Business Partnership | RUM Program | $2,500 |
| University of South Carolina Educational Foundatio | Honors College Fund | $2,500 |
| Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation | Cancer Center | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greenville Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Faces and Voices of Recovery Greenville | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Greenville Arts Festival | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Greenville Tech Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Linville Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Metropolitan Arts Council | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Meyer Center for Special Children | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Christ Church Episcopal School | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Curesearch for Childrens Cancer | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Etv Endowment of South Carolina Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Greenville Country Club Scholarship Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jasmine Road Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| My Sisters House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| One-Eighty Place | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pendleton Place Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pet Helpers Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherri Ratley Timmons
- Charles M Timmons Jr
Questions people ask
Does Charles Timmons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles Timmons Foundation give?
$447,000 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Charles Timmons Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sherri Ratley Timmons (VP, Dir) and Charles M Timmons Jr (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Charles Timmons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.