The Grove Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Grove Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,557 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $516 and the largest $13,886. 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$27,557
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$516
- Largest grant$13,886
- Assets$0
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,468 the year before.
73% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,006 | 7 | $274,801 |
| 2024 | $17,468 | 12 | $64,162 |
| 2025 | $27,557 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
The Grove 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.
What The Grove Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 10 | $19,055 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $1,558 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $744 |
| Texas | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kids on Point | Contribution to general fund | $13,886 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Contribution to the General Fund. | $5,000 |
| Charleston Library Society | Contribution to General Fund | $1,016 |
| International African American Muse | Contribution to General Fund | $1,000 |
| Individual | Contribution to the General Fund. | $1,000 |
| Individual | Contribution to the General Fund. | $1,000 |
| Glaucomaorg | Contribution to the General Fund. | $538 |
| KCRW | Contribution to the General Fund. | $520 |
| Individual | Contribution to General Fund | $516 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | Contribution to the General Fund. | $515 |
| American Foundation Suicide Prevent | Contribution to General Fund | $500 |
| From the Heart Productions | Contribution to General Fund. | $500 |
| Historic Charleston Foundation | Contribution to the General Fund. | $478 |
| Gibbes Museum of Art | Contribution to General Fund | $257 |
| Scetv | Contribution to General Fund. | $240 |
| RaceReach | Contribution to General Fund. | $228 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | Contribution to General Fund. | $200 |
| Various Contributions Under 1000 | Contributions to General Funds | $163 |
Officers and trustees
- Clifford Woods
- Susan Woods
Questions people ask
Does The Grove Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grove Foundation Inc give?
$27,557 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $516.
Who runs The Grove Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Clifford Woods (President) and Susan Woods (Treasurer).
What does The Grove Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.