Companion Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Companion Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,725 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $26,500. 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$136,725
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$26,500
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $151,652 the year before.
59% 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 | $5,175 | 2 | $22.0 million |
| 2024 | $151,652 | 12 | $20.6 million |
| 2025 | $136,725 | 18 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
Companion 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 14 | $105,725 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Leadership Foundation | Charleston prayer breakfast | $26,500 |
| Leaders and Followers Foundation | Donation | $12,000 |
| Fisher Deberry Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Palmetto Promise Institute | Families rescue fund | $10,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | Donation | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Charleston Classical School | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Life Resources | Donation | $10,000 |
| Steadfast Recovery Ministries | Donation | $10,000 |
| Coastal Community Foundation | Contribution | $7,500 |
| Ncan | Contributions | $5,000 |
| The Gamecock Club | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Lowcountry Fca | Donation | $5,000 |
| Misc | Misc donations | $2,700 |
| Individual | Sponsorship | $1,000 |
| The Healing Net Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Pat Conroy Center | Bench at living tree location | $750 |
| Kanpe Haiti | Donation | $275 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Jones
- Allyson Thornton
- Teresa Jones
- Erin Jones-Smith
Questions people ask
Does Companion Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Companion Foundation give?
$136,725 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Companion Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger Jones (President), Allyson Thornton (Program Director), Teresa Jones (Director) and Erin Jones-Smith (Director).