Dobson Tape Ministry
Preselected recipients only
Dobson Tape Ministry is a private foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,555 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$60,555
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $71,305 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,555 | 31 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $71,305 | 25 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $60,555 | 23 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Dobson Tape Ministry 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 Dobson Tape Ministry funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 16 | $34,055 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emmaus Road | Fund operations | $10,000 |
| Encouraging Word | Fund operations | $5,000 |
| Harvest Hope Food Bank | Fund operations | $5,000 |
| KB Charitable Trust | Fund operations | $5,000 |
| Premier Arts Collective | Fund operations | $5,000 |
| Boone NC UMC | Fund operations | $3,000 |
| Christian Learning Centers | Fund operations | $3,000 |
| One Life Institute | Fund operations | $3,000 |
| Unto | Fund operations | $3,000 |
| SC School for Deaf and Blind | Fund operations | $2,500 |
| Favor | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| School Ministries | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| Thornwell Home for Children | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| Triune Mercy Center | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| A Childs Haven | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Center for Development Studies | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Gateway House | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Jasmine Road | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| NAMI | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Red Cross | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| United Ministries | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Circle 555 | Fund operations | $555 |
| St Jude Hospital | Fund operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel L Dobson
- Elizabeth C Dobson
Questions people ask
Does Dobson Tape Ministry accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dobson Tape Ministry give?
$60,555 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Dobson Tape Ministry?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel L Dobson (Treasurer) and Elizabeth C Dobson (Chairwoman).
What does Dobson Tape Ministry fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.