Motamed Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Motamed Family Foundation is a private foundation in Johns Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $577,458 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $455,000. 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$577,458
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$455,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $107,017 the year before.
73% of its 2025 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 | $1.1 million | 10 | $430,682 |
| 2024 | $107,017 | 6 | $413,347 |
| 2025 | $577,458 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
Motamed 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 Motamed Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 9 | $527,458 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Musc | General operations | $455,000 |
| Linville Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Wake Forest Fund | General operations | $25,000 |
| International African American Museum | General operations | $25,000 |
| The Gibbes Museum of Art | General operations | $25,000 |
| Charleston Library Society | General operations | $5,000 |
| Church of Our Savior | General operations | $5,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | General operations | $3,958 |
| Arts Etc | General operations | $3,000 |
| Bishop Gadsden | General operations | $3,000 |
| Kids on Point | General operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine B Motamed
Questions people ask
Does Motamed Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Motamed Family Foundation give?
$577,458 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Motamed Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine B Motamed (Trustee).
What does Motamed Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.