The McGee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McGee Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $538,703 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $160,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$538,703
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$21.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $581,009 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $581,009 | 7 | $19.1 million |
| 2024 | $538,703 | 7 | $21.1 million |
How to apply
The McGee 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 McGee Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 7 | $538,703 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Kanawha Valley | Developing, improving, and restoring economic vitality in the west side community | $160,000 |
| Southern WV Community College Foundation | Direct benefit for students through needs based scholarships | $100,000 |
| Glenville State University | Direct benefit for students through needs based scholarships | $100,000 |
| Bluefield State University | Direct benefit for students through needs based scholarships | $100,000 |
| West Virginia State University Foundation | Direct benefit for students through needs based scholarships | $66,203 |
| Kanawha Valley Council on Philanthropy | Developing, improving, and restoring economic vitality in the west side community | $10,000 |
| Philanthropy West Virginia | Promoting philanthropy throughout west virginia and across the nation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- J Michael Hines
- Stephen E Kawash Cpa
- John Kuykendall
- William Deberniere Mebane Jr
- Emory Kinder Wright
- Christopher Alexander
Questions people ask
Does The McGee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McGee Foundation give?
$538,703 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The McGee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Michael Hines (Secretary), Stephen E Kawash Cpa (Treasurer), John Kuykendall (Director Emeritus) and William Deberniere Mebane Jr (Chairman & President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The McGee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.