Maye Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maye Family Foundation is a private foundation in Landrum, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $660,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$660,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $238,500 the year before.
71% 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 | $238,500 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $660,000 | 11 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Maye Family 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 Maye Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 2 | $410,000 |
| North Carolina | 6 | $180,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The South Carolina Christian Foundation | Financial assistance | $400,000 |
| Iron Academy | Financial assistance | $105,000 |
| The 85 Fund | Financial assistance | $50,000 |
| The Queen City Pregnancy Resource Center | Financial assistance | $25,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $20,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $15,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $15,000 |
| First Missionary Baptist Church | Financial assistance | $10,000 |
| North Greenville University | Financial assistance | $10,000 |
| Individual | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
| Christ Covenant Church | Financial assistance | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven J Maye
- Margaret L Maye
Questions people ask
Does Maye Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maye Family Foundation give?
$660,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Maye Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven J Maye (Director) and Margaret L Maye (Director).
What does Maye Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.