The Pines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pines Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$16,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$108,326
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $16,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $15,500 | 17 | $110,764 |
| 2024 | $16,500 | 18 | $104,645 |
| 2025 | $16,500 | 18 | $108,326 |
How to apply
The Pines 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 Pines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 9 | $6,200 |
| New York | 2 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $800 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Associaton | Operations | $2,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Operations | $2,000 |
| Water Missions International | Operations | $2,000 |
| World Gospel Mission | Operations | $2,000 |
| Lowcounty Food Bank | Operations | $1,500 |
| St Johns Lutheran Church | Operations | $1,000 |
| St Matthews Lutheran Church | Operations | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Operations | $500 |
| Antioch Christian Church | Operations/cemetary | $500 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Operations | $500 |
| Charleston Animal Society | Operations | $500 |
| Poulnot Catherine Michele Scholarship Fund Musc Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston | Operations | $500 |
| St Matthews Community Outreach Center | Operations | $500 |
| Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic | Operations | $500 |
| The Snow Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| Fort Valley United Methodist Church | Operations | $300 |
| Coastal Crisis Chaplaincy | Operations | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Van D Kinnett
- Beth K Renken
Questions people ask
Does The Pines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pines Foundation give?
$16,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Pines Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Van D Kinnett (Pres/Ceo) and Beth K Renken (Sec/Treas/Cfo).
What does The Pines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.