Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Ridgeland, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $335,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$335,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,500 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $149,850 | 5 | $101,728 |
| 2023 | $100,500 | 4 | $356,192 |
| 2024 | $90,500 | 4 | $486,136 |
| 2025 | $335,500 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial 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 Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 | $150,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $112,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $28,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,500 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of SC School of Music | Promote music education | $150,000 |
| University of GA Foundation | To promotemusic enrichment | $112,000 |
| Sisters of St Benedict | Music practice | $25,000 |
| Loyola School | To Promote Music Education | $20,000 |
| Elmhurst University | To Promote Music Education | $17,500 |
| Individual | Provide Music Education | $8,000 |
| National FFA Foundation | Add band to their state program | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred W Gretsch
- Larry E Carroll
- Alice B Hazel
- Heather A Roller
Questions people ask
Does Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation give?
$335,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fred W Gretsch (President), Larry E Carroll (Director), Alice B Hazel (Treasurer) and Heather A Roller (Secretary).
What does Sylvia & William W Gretsch Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.