The Maddrey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Maddrey Foundation is a private foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $192,750 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$192,750
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $168,700 the year before.
7% 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 | $188,400 | 78 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $168,700 | 62 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $192,750 | 56 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Maddrey 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 Maddrey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 29 | $141,750 |
| North Carolina | 21 | $45,150 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
| California | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greenville | To support general operations of the organization | $50,000 |
| Davidson College | To support general operations of the organization | $35,400 |
| Upstate Forever | To support general operations of the organization | $20,000 |
| International African American Museum | To support general operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| United Way | To support general operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| SC Enviromental Law Project | To support general operations of the organization | $6,000 |
| Conservation Voters of South Carolina | To support general operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Institute for Child Success | To support general operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Legacy Advancement | To support general operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Arts Council | To support general operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| United Ministries | To support general operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Greenville County Museum of Art | To support general operations of the organization | $2,500 |
| University of the South | To support general operations of the organization | $2,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | To support general operations of the organization | $2,400 |
| Peacehaven | To support general operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Abundance Capital | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| American Heart Assn - Mid-Atlantic Affiliate | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Bon Secours St Francis Health System Inc | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Christ Church Episcopal School | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Etv Endowment | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Flat Rock Playhouse | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Smithsonian | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Greenville Chautauqua Society | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Greenville Partnership for Philanthropy | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Greenville Symphony | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Homes of Hope | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Lake Summit Foundation | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Mill Village Ministries | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| National Geographic Society | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| North Carolina Outward Bound School | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Palmetto Project | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Pbs- North Carolina | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| SC Independent Colleges & Universities | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Trees Upstate | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Urban League of the Upstate | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities | To support general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Artpop | To support general operations of the organization | $500 |
| Apparo | To support general operations of the organization | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- E Erwin Maddrey II
- Nancy B Maddrey
- Edwin Erwin Maddrey III
- Alexander Smith Maddrey
Questions people ask
Does The Maddrey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maddrey Foundation give?
$192,750 in tax year 2025, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Maddrey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists E Erwin Maddrey II (Trustee), Nancy B Maddrey (Trustee), Edwin Erwin Maddrey III (Trustee) and Alexander Smith Maddrey (Trustee).
What does The Maddrey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.