Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $184,600 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$184,600
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,200 the year before.
70% 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 | $81,800 | 8 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $71,200 | 8 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $184,600 | 10 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable 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 Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $74,850 |
| South Carolina | 4 | $58,750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University | Counseling and education | $50,000 |
| Atrium Health Foundation | General operating fund | $34,850 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Heart and vascular center | $31,250 |
| Charlotte Ballet | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Johns Island Presbyterian Church | General operating fund | $22,000 |
| Dilworth Center | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Church of Our Saviour | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Bishop Kenny High School | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Share Our Suzy Lowcountry | General operating fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda L Wyatt
- W Whitlow Wyatt
Questions people ask
Does Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation give?
$184,600 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda L Wyatt (Director) and W Whitlow Wyatt (Director).
What does Carey Cox Wyatt Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.