CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation
Accepts applications
CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Johns Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,100 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$110,100
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $128,900 the year before.
21% 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 | $119,500 | 62 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $128,900 | 58 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $110,100 | 57 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Charles Larsen 10 Terrapin Island Lane, Johns Island, SC 29455 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (843) 768-8754 |
What CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 18 | $32,500 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $28,000 |
| New York | 14 | $23,100 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $20,050 |
| California | 2 | $2,600 |
| Virginia | 4 | $1,700 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1,350 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Berea College | Support ongoing activities of organization | $20,000 |
| New England Center for Children | Support ongoing activities of organization | $9,500 |
| Pan Mass Challenge The Jimmy Fund | Support ongoing activities of organization | $8,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $5,000 |
| Quogue Library | Support ongoing activities of organization | $5,000 |
| Johns Island Presbyterian Church | Support ongoing activities of organization | $4,800 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | Support ongoing activities of organization | $4,000 |
| Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic | Support ongoing activities of organization | $4,000 |
| Our Lady of Mercy | Support ongoing activities of organization | $3,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $3,000 |
| Ed Zolla Memorial Scholarship | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,500 |
| NorthEastern University | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,500 |
| Respite Care of Charleston | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,500 |
| Rutgers Presbyterian Church | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,500 |
| One80 Place | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,200 |
| Trustees of the Reservations | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | general | $2,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,000 |
| Uncommon Schools | Support ongoing activities of organization | $2,000 |
| Success Academy Charter School | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,500 |
| Solving Kids' Cancer | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Star Gospel Mission | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Hollings Cancer Center MUSC | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Sea Island Habitat for Humanity | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Trident Technical College Foundatio | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Museum of Natural History | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| SC Environmental Law Project | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| West End Secondary School | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Rare Book School | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support ongoing activities of organization | $500 |
| Water Missions International | Support ongoing activities of organization | $500 |
| ETV Endowment of SC | Support ongoing activities of organization | $500 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | Support ongoing activities of organization | $500 |
| McLean Community Foundation | Support ongoing activities of organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Larsen
- Brenda Larsen
Questions people ask
Does CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation give?
$110,100 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Larsen (President) and Brenda Larsen (Secretary/Treas).
What does CharlesBrenda Larsen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.