Joe F Hayes Trust
Preselected recipients only
Joe F Hayes Trust is a private foundation in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,500 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$75,500
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $74,500 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,750 | 25 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $74,500 | 24 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $75,500 | 28 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Joe F Hayes Trust 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 Joe F Hayes Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 16 | $60,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $7,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Hill Baptist Church | Charitable - general purpose | $13,000 |
| Anderson University | Charitable - general purpose | $10,000 |
| North Greenville University | Charitable - general purpose | $10,000 |
| Charleston Southern University | Charitable - general purpose | $5,000 |
| Piedmont Women's Center | Charitable - general purpose | $4,000 |
| Miracle Hill Ministries | Charitable - general purpose | $3,000 |
| Groveland Baptist Church | Charitable - general purpose | $2,500 |
| Across Festivals | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Arbor Way Community Church | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Bob Jones University | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Jasmine Road | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Starr Baptist Church | Charitable - general purpose | $2,000 |
| Alex McFarland Evangelistic Ministries | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Bill Glass Ministries DBA Bill Glass Behind the Walls | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Family Life Today | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Gardner Webb University | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Macedonia Call Ministries | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Rodrigo Rodrigues Ministry | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Tomorrow's Rainbow | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| WLFJ | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Wmit | Charitable - general purpose | $1,000 |
| Cru | Chartiable - general purpose | $500 |
| Harvest Hope Food Bank | Charitable - general purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joe F Hayes Jr
- Thomas R Hayes
Questions people ask
Does Joe F Hayes Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe F Hayes Trust give?
$75,500 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Joe F Hayes Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Joe F Hayes Jr (Trustee) and Thomas R Hayes (Trustee).
What does Joe F Hayes Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.