DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Florence, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.5 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $74,000 and the largest $2.5 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.5 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$74,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$256 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $3.0 million | 19 | $236 million |
| 2024 | $5.5 million | 20 | $256 million |
How to apply
DRS Bruce & Lee 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 DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 18 | $8.1 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medical University of South Carolina Foundation | Construction of cancer center | $2.5 million |
| Florence County | Lake city lake expansion and lions park facilities; and documentary | $2.0 million |
| Clarendon County | Turbeville branch library | $1.8 million |
| Trinity Collegiate School | Funds to construct center for educational excellence | $1.0 million |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane disaster relief from hurricane helene | $200,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Funding for needy family's home | $160,000 |
| Francis Marion University Education Foundation | Medical education initiatives | $125,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Indian Waters Council | General support | $100,000 |
| Florence-Darlington Technical College Foundation | Funding allied health curriculum scholarships 2024-2025 | $100,000 |
| Pee Dee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence | General support | $78,000 |
| Fred H Sexton American Legion Post 1 | Renovations/ improvements to the legion baseball field | $70,000 |
| American Red Cross | Support for disaster and home fire response services program | $50,000 |
| Town of Pamplico | Improvements to theatre property | $46,904 |
| Salvation Army | 2024 empty stocking fund | $30,000 |
| Lake City Creative Alliance | Support for 2024 artfields program in lake city, sc | $20,000 |
| Senior Citizens Association | 2024 thanksgiving blessing meal for florence county seniors | $20,000 |
| South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Math Foundation | Additional endowment funding for florence county students | $20,000 |
| The Manna House Inc | Funding to support increased demand for services | $20,000 |
| Pee Dee Visions Foundation | Support for 2024 clemson basketball camp | $10,000 |
| HELP4KIDS | Food support for children in florence county public schools | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Edward Floyd MD
- John L Bruce Jr DMD
- Mark W Buyck Jr
- Gordon B Baker Jr
- Coleman Floyd Buckhouse MD
- Frank B Lee Jr MD
- Haigh Porter
- Henry Swink
- Allison Tanner
- Kim Turner
- Bradley L Callicott
Questions people ask
Does DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation give?
$5.5 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $74,000.
Who runs DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists C Edward Floyd MD (Chairman/Trustee), John L Bruce Jr DMD (Vice Chairman/Trustee), Mark W Buyck Jr (Secretary/Trustee) and Gordon B Baker Jr (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does DRS Bruce & Lee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.