Helen C Richardson Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen C Richardson Private Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,420 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $28,210 and the largest $39,746. 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$56,420
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$28,210
- Largest grant$39,746
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,527 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 | $47,204 | 2 | $996,735 |
| 2024 | $47,527 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $56,420 | 2 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Helen C Richardson Private 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 Helen C Richardson Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 | $39,746 |
| Georgia | 1 | $16,674 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Home of SC | Charitable | $39,746 |
| Columbia Theological Seminary | Educational/charitable | $16,674 |
Officers and trustees
- W Thomas Rutledge Jr
Questions people ask
Does Helen C Richardson Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen C Richardson Private Foundation give?
$56,420 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $28,210.
Who runs Helen C Richardson Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Thomas Rutledge Jr (Trustee).
What does Helen C Richardson Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.