The Grier Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Grier Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,850 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $625 and the largest $19,000. 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$53,850
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$625
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was down from $66,600 the year before.
6% 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 | $62,513 | 14 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $66,600 | 21 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $53,850 | 16 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Grier Family Foundation Inc 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 Grier Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 8 | $47,700 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $4,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $1,250 |
| Virginia | 4 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Contribution | $19,000 |
| Presbyterian College | Annual contribution | $11,000 |
| Erskine College | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Thornwell Home & School | Pledge | $6,400 |
| Bonclarken Conference Center | Endowment matching | $3,500 |
| Center for Developmental Services | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology Fdn | Parents fund | $1,000 |
| Presbyterian Heritage Center | Memorial gift | $1,000 |
| Jekyll Island United Methodist Chur | Contribution | $250 |
| Bethany Associate Reformed Presbyte | Memorial gift | $100 |
| Clover Associate Reformed Presbyter | Memorial gift | $100 |
| College Presbyterian Church | Memorial gift | $100 |
| Due West Associate RPC | Memorial gift | $100 |
| First Presbyterian Church Lynchburg | Memorial gift | $100 |
| Virginia Historical Society | Memorial gift | $100 |
| Westminster - Canterbury | Memorial gift | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Grier
- Paul Grier Jr
- Paul Grier
Questions people ask
Does The Grier Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grier Family Foundation Inc give?
$53,850 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $625.
Who runs The Grier Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Grier (Director), Paul Grier Jr (Director) and Paul Grier (Manager).
What does The Grier Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.