Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$152,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $149,600 the year before.
71% 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 | $145,500 | 9 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $149,600 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $152,000 | 17 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc 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 Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 13 | $104,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $44,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Anglican Church | Support | $45,000 |
| Faith Memorial Chapel | Support | $40,000 |
| Challenge to Conquer Cancer | Support | $11,000 |
| Mitchell Road Christian Academy | Support | $10,000 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Support | $7,000 |
| Thomas Heyward Academy | Support | $6,000 |
| St James Santee Brick Church | Support | $5,000 |
| Rebuild Upstate | Support | $5,000 |
| Mill Village Farms | Support | $5,000 |
| Akanimo Cancer Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support | $4,000 |
| Wheelchairs 4 Kids | Support | $3,000 |
| Poe Mill Accievement Center | Support | $2,000 |
| Friends of Paris Mountain | Support | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Support | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Support | $1,000 |
| The Julie Valentine Foundation | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hume Lucas Mitchell Jr
- Mary Lucas Mitchell
- Rebecca Mitchell
Questions people ask
Does Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc give?
$152,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Hume Lucas Mitchell Jr (Trustee), Mary Lucas Mitchell (President/Secretary) and Rebecca Mitchell (Trustee).
What does Stephen D Mitchell Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.