Health Foundation of Kershaw County
Accepts applications
Health Foundation of Kershaw County is a private foundation in Camden, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $234,775 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$234,775
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $239,945 the year before.
30% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $153,365 | 6 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $239,945 | 10 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $234,775 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Victor Jowers 2004 West Dekalb Street, Camden, SC 29020 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (803) 432-8433, healthfoundationofkershawco@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Organizations wishing to seek funding can contact the foundation by sending an email to healthfoundationofkershawco@gmail.com. Upon contact, an application form and packet of requirements and instructions will be provided. Disclosures include nature of grant, purpose of grant, expected outcomes, confirmation of 501(c)(3) status (pc or gov), commitment to (a) spend grant for stated purpose, (b) to account for expenditures, and (c) file written reports on outcomes. |
| Deadlines | Annually by september 30, with awards made the following january. (may apply 9/1-9/30.) |
| Restrictions | Projects should create a positive impact on the overall health and/or safety of kershaw county residents. Grantee must be a 501(c)(3) organization (pc or gov). Awards may be spent only for stated purpose. Grant expenditure reporting and project evaluation reporting are mandatory. |
What Health Foundation of Kershaw County funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 10 | $234,775 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Kershaw County | To support mobile nutrition program | $75,000 |
| Food for the Soul | Project safety first grant | $44,000 |
| Community Medical Clinic of KC | Medical and patient supplies assist | $30,000 |
| Christian Community Ministries (CCM | To improve the health of needy resid | $21,875 |
| 4 West Wateree | To provide monday night meal svcs | $15,000 |
| Mt Mariah Soup Kitchen | To support operations | $15,000 |
| Camden Fire Department | To support operations | $14,000 |
| Elgin Police Department | To support operations | $8,500 |
| Helping Hearts Senior Services | To provide food for food pantry | $6,000 |
| St Mary Magadalene Anglican Church | To provide food for food pantry | $5,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor Jowers
- Jenny Greenway
- George Gibson
- Ashleigh Rabon
- Billy Watkins
- Taunya Chivers
- Amy Pope
Questions people ask
Does Health Foundation of Kershaw County accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Annually by september 30, with awards made the following january. (may apply 9/1-9/30.).
How much does Health Foundation of Kershaw County give?
$234,775 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Health Foundation of Kershaw County?
Its 2024 filing lists Victor Jowers (Chairman), Jenny Greenway (Secretary/Tr), George Gibson (At-Large Dir) and Ashleigh Rabon (At-Large Dir) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Health Foundation of Kershaw County fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and health.