The Beamer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Beamer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbia, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,200 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$31,200
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$48,558
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $107,125 the year before.
11% 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 | $41,700 | 10 | $80,627 |
| 2024 | $107,125 | 18 | $50,269 |
| 2025 | $31,200 | 9 | $48,558 |
How to apply
The Beamer 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Beamer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 9 | $31,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SC Football Hall of Fame | Support | $20,000 |
| Alex English Golf Tournament | Education | $3,000 |
| Cayce West Columbia Lions Club | Education supplies | $2,200 |
| Gadsden Elementary School | Education supplies | $1,000 |
| Herbert Wood Elementary School | Education supplies | $1,000 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary School | Education supplies | $1,000 |
| Joseph Keels Elementary | Education supplies | $1,000 |
| Lower Richland School | Education supplies | $1,000 |
| Watkins Nance Elementary School | Education supplies | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Beamer
- Shane Beamer
- Kim Fields
- Brad Pendergrass
Questions people ask
Does The Beamer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Beamer Family Foundation give?
$31,200 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Beamer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily Beamer (Officer), Shane Beamer (Officer), Kim Fields (Officer) and Brad Pendergrass (Officer).
What does The Beamer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.