J B Cornelius Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J B Cornelius Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwood, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $60,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $97,000 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $109,000 | 2 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $97,000 | 2 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 3 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
J B Cornelius 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 J B Cornelius Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $83,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greensboro College | To provide grants to female students | $60,000 |
| Pfeiffer University | To provide grants to female students | $22,500 |
| Brevard College | To provide grants to female students | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Sherrill
- Mrs Edwin S Young
- Frank C Sherrill II
- C Kermit Sherrill
- Edwin S Young Jr
- John L Sherrill Jr
Questions people ask
Does J B Cornelius Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J B Cornelius Foundation give?
$83,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs J B Cornelius Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Sherrill (TREAS.@5/24), Mrs Edwin S Young (Director), Frank C Sherrill II (President) and C Kermit Sherrill (TREAS.@1/25) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does J B Cornelius Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.