The Brotherton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brotherton Foundation is a private foundation in Easley, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $226,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$226,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $159,500 the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $159,500 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $226,500 | 14 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Brotherton 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 The Brotherton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 11 | $200,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prisma Cancer Center-Dr Larry Gluck | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| Pickens County YMCA | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| FAVOR-Pickens County | Operational Support | $37,500 |
| Niswonger Foundation | Operational Support | $20,000 |
| SC Ovarian Cancer Foundation | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| Christ Church Episcopal School | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Channel Missions | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Pickens County | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| The Chandler School | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Pickens County Cancer Foundation | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| Greene LEAF | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Arts Council | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Legacy Advancement | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Operational Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Brotherton
- Carmen K Brotherton
Questions people ask
Does The Brotherton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brotherton Foundation give?
$226,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Brotherton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David L Brotherton (Trustee) and Carmen K Brotherton (Trustee).
What does The Brotherton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.