Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation is a private foundation in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $87,000 | 4 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Pat Pannill Mebane 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 Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Show Mercy International | Support for orphans | $30,000 |
| His Heart Ministries | Church building | $20,000 |
| Elijah List Ministries | Water wells | $15,000 |
| Christ in Crisis | Hurricane cleanup | $10,000 |
| Regeneration Nashville | Church building | $10,000 |
| Awake Church | Ministry needs | $5,000 |
| Seacoast Church | Pastor's ministry | $5,000 |
| 2 Cities Church | Staff development | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Michael Mebane
- Lisa Mebane
Questions people ask
Does Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Michael Mebane (Secretary and Director) and Lisa Mebane (President and Director).
What does Pat Pannill Mebane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.