Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati
Preselected recipients only
Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati is a private foundation in Simpsonville, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $931,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$931,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $847,000 the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $724,000 | 25 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $847,000 | 25 | $16.5 million |
| 2025 | $931,000 | 25 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati 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 Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 25 | $931,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Scholarships | $150,000 |
| Individual | $150,000 | |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Greenville Technical Foundation | Scholarships | $100,000 |
| Anderson University | Scholarships | $100,000 |
| North Greenville University | Scholarships | $75,000 |
| Furman University | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| Greenville Rescue Mission | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Greenville Technical Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Home With A Heart | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Center for Community Services | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| A Home for Me | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Rotary Club of Simpsonville Foundat | Rent | $14,000 |
| The Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Greenville Free Medical Clinic | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Simpsonville First Baptist Church | Missions | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Prisma Health YMCA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| White Horse Missions | Missions | $5,000 |
| Amazing Journey | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Friends of the Little White House | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Hamby
- Randy Harling
- Bradley Jenkins
- Richard C Moore
- Marc L Saunders
- John R Thomas
- Jenna Hendricks
Questions people ask
Does Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati give?
$931,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Hamby (Trustee), Randy Harling (Trustee), Bradley Jenkins (Trustee) and Richard C Moore (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ralph & Virginia Hendricks Foundati fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.