The Sledge Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sledge Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Thomasville, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,250 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$53,250
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $57,150 the year before.
28% of its 2025 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 | $40,575 | 30 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $57,150 | 36 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $53,250 | 29 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Sledge 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 Sledge Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 9 | $36,350 |
| Virginia | 6 | $11,200 |
| Georgia | 6 | $2,650 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $1,900 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $250 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
| Texas | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roper St Francis Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Lowcountry Open Land Trust | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cchaps Walterboro | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chatham Hall School | Unrestricted | $4,500 |
| Woodberry Forest | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Porter Gaud School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| American Civil War Museum | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| East of the Cooper Young Life | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Stratford Hall | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| College of Charleston | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Nemours Wildlife Fdn | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Oglethorpe University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sweet Briar College | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Beyond Dementia Coalition | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Foccas Walterboro | Unrestricted | $750 |
| Highland Historical Society | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Society of the Cincinnati | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Forest Landowner Foundation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Longleaf Alliance | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Tall Timbers Research | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Highlands Cashiers Hospital Fdn | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Riverside Military Academy | Unrestricted | $200 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Unrestricted | $150 |
| Preservation North Carolina | Unrestricted | $150 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Emory HC | Unrestricted | $100 |
| SC Policy Council | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Eleanor Sledge Burke
- Franklin L Burke
- Eleanor H Burke
- Richard C Burke
- Elizabeth M Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Sledge Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sledge Foundation Inc give?
$53,250 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Sledge Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Eleanor Sledge Burke (Trustee), Franklin L Burke (Trustee), Eleanor H Burke (Trustee) and Richard C Burke (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sledge Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.