The Jim Parke Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jim Parke Foundation is a private foundation in Seneca, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $715,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$715,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $877,500 the year before.
43% 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 | $378,000 | 11 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $877,500 | 11 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $715,500 | 14 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
The Jim Parke 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 Jim Parke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 5 | $520,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $29,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA | General support | $250,000 |
| Oconee Memorial Hospital Foundation | Support of the hospice crippen endowment | $200,000 |
| Buildon | Support student service learning programs | $100,000 |
| Aiken Senior Life Services | General support | $50,000 |
| Fort Peck Fine Arts Council | Support operation of the fort peck theatre | $25,000 |
| Susan G Komen | Support breast cancer research | $25,000 |
| Healing Pines Respite Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Blue Ridge Council | Support scouting programs | $10,000 |
| Grace's Closet | General support | $10,000 |
| Trustees of Hamilton College | General support | $10,000 |
| Teach Hait | General support | $5,000 |
| Ut Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Educational support | $4,500 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn Jo Parke
- Dacia Fuhrman Gonzales
Questions people ask
Does The Jim Parke Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jim Parke Foundation give?
$715,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Jim Parke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn Jo Parke (Trustee) and Dacia Fuhrman Gonzales (Trustee).
What does The Jim Parke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.