The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $218,300 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$218,300
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $287,461 the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 | $287,461 | 18 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $218,300 | 17 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc 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 The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $105,000 |
| South Carolina | 11 | $83,300 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays Hope | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| We Must Protect | Hurricane Helene aid for Western North Carolina | $20,000 |
| Foothills Humane Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| S C Bach | S C Bach - B Minor Mass Performance | $10,800 |
| Landrum High | Landrum XC Team | $10,000 |
| Landrum High | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Spartanburg County Foundation | Hand in Hand Ministries Fund | $10,000 |
| Spartanburg Humane Society Inc | Spayghetti and No Balls - Spay and Neuter Event | $10,000 |
| Spartanburg Philharmonic | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| We Defy | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Converse University | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Landrum High | 2024 summer camp for XC athletes | $5,000 |
| Motlow Creek Baptist Church | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Red Bell Run Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Converse University | Charles Moseley Chamber Music Series | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Gunn
- Frank Phillips
- Jennifer Phillips
- Katie Fowler Phillips
- Bruce Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc give?
$218,300 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Gunn (Sec, Trustee), Frank Phillips (VP, Trustee), Jennifer Phillips (Trustee, Pres) and Katie Fowler Phillips (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Joe R & Joella F Utley Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, animals and arts and culture.