The Grant McDonald Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Grant McDonald Foundation is a private foundation in Newberry, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $105,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$105,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $96,000 the year before.
7% of its 2024 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 | $96,000 | 14 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 14 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Grant McDonald 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 Grant McDonald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 10 | $74,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Newberry Opera House | Support historic public facility | $20,000 |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church | Food and groceries for children | $8,500 |
| ETV Endowment of S Carolina | Support of educational TV | $8,000 |
| Harvest Hope Food Bank | Support for hungry families | $8,000 |
| Univ of Georgia Foundation | Support of public university | $8,000 |
| St Nicholas Orthodox Academy | Educational institution | $8,000 |
| Lutheran Services Carolinas | Support of family services | $6,000 |
| Newberry County Family YMCA | Support family and community activities | $6,000 |
| Sistercare | Support emergency shelter for children | $6,000 |
| Living Hope Foundation | Support for hunger counseling education | $6,000 |
| Central SC Habitat for Humanity | Local community support | $5,500 |
| Building Thriving Communities | Local community support | $5,000 |
| Create Newberry Inc | Arts training and education | $5,000 |
| Newberry County Literary Council | Support of literary programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph A McDonald
- Mary G McDonald
Questions people ask
Does The Grant McDonald Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grant McDonald Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Grant McDonald Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph A McDonald (Trustee) and Mary G McDonald (Trustee).
What does The Grant McDonald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and food and hunger.