The Callie and John Rainey Foundation
Accepts applications
The Callie and John Rainey Foundation is a private foundation in Anderson, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,250 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$96,250
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$13.1 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $215,506 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $254,504 |
| 2025 | $96,250 | 8 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert M Rainey 1602 N Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (864) 934-8703 |
| What to submit | Letter |
| Deadlines | September 10 |
What The Callie and John Rainey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 6 | $66,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Converse College | Educational | $50,000 |
| Pal | Charitable | $25,000 |
| SC Philharmonic | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Tampa Bay History Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Heathwood Hall Episcopal School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Cathedral | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Still Hopes Retirement Community | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Historic Columbia Foundation | Charitbale | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine D Rainey
- Mary R Belser
- Robert M Rainey
- Stanley W Converse
Questions people ask
Does The Callie and John Rainey Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 10.
How much does The Callie and John Rainey Foundation give?
$96,250 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Callie and John Rainey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine D Rainey (Trustee), Mary R Belser (Trustee), Robert M Rainey (Chairman, Trustee) and Stanley W Converse (Trustee).
What does The Callie and John Rainey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.