Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $901,531 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $286,859. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$901,531
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$286,859
- Assets$57.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 18 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $901,531 | 25 | $57.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michelle Chapman 4535 Spring Meadow Way S, Olive Branch, MS 38654 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (662) 893-7598 |
| What to submit | Written Request |
What Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 10 | $610,251 |
| Missouri | 3 | $169,000 |
| Tennessee | 10 | $111,980 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Desoto County Dream Center | Charitable Event | $286,859 |
| Desoto County Dream Center | Charitable Event | $118,092 |
| Light the Way Ministry | Festival Funds | $96,000 |
| Northpoint Christian School Inc | Annual Fund - playground and athletics | $73,000 |
| Light the Way Ministry | Charitable Event | $70,000 |
| Desoto County School District | Workplace Development Internship Program | $50,000 |
| Sav-A-Life of Desoto County | General & Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| Confidential Care Mobile Ministry Inc | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Agape Child and Family Services Inc | General & Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Memphis Union Mission | General & Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Compel Church | FCA- Bibles for schools | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Hope House Day Care Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Olive Branch Community Emergency Food Ministry Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| SRVS Group Home I Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Streets Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Desoto County Dream Center | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Joni and Friends | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Heartland Hands | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Carewheels Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $4,580 |
| Life Choices Pregnancy Care Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,300 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Shepherds Haven Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,400 |
| Believing Church Inc | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Jocko Valley Baptist Church | General & Unrestricted | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Chapman
- Dorothy Maki
- Catherine Skelton
Questions people ask
Does Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation give?
$901,531 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michelle Chapman (Trustee), Dorothy Maki (Trustee) and Catherine Skelton (Trustee).
What does Homer Skelton Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.