Abney Foundation
Invitation OnlyAnderson, South Carolina · EIN 57-6019445 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$1.9M
Organizations funded51
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$51.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside South Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-County | Pendleton, SC | Endowment scholarship | $200,000 |
| Anderson University | Anderson, SC | Scholarship endowment | $150,000 |
| Second Chance Church | Anderson, SC | General support | $150,000 |
| Claflin University | Orangeburg, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Clemson University | Clemson, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Converse University | Spartanburg, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Lander University | Greenwood, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Muschollings Cancer Center | Charleston, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Presbyterian College | Clinton, SC | Scholarship endownment | $100,000 |
| The Citadel | Charleston, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Wofford College | Spartanburg, SC | Scholarship endowment | $100,000 |
| Anderson Aviation Assn | Anderson, SC | Hurricane helene relief | $50,000 |
| Anderson County Paws | Anderson, SC | Staffing needs | $50,000 |
| Inspire Abilities of Anderson | Anderson, SC | General support | $50,000 |
| Anderson Free Clinic | Anderson, SC | Healthcare services for low income | $30,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Anderson, SC | General support | $30,000 |
| First Light | Anderson, SC | Facility dog program | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Anderson, SC | Raw food budget | $25,000 |
| Anderson School Dist 5 | Anderson, SC | Asst for homeless students | $20,000 |
| Cancer Assoc of Anderson | Anderson, SC | Cancer care program | $20,000 |
| Rocky River Conservancy | Anderson, SC | General support | $20,000 |
| South Main Baptist Church | Greenwood, SC | General support | $20,000 |
| The Bridge Center Recovery | Anderson, SC | Land purchase | $20,000 |
| Etv Endowment of Sc | Spartanburg, SC | Childrens programming | $15,000 |
| Family Promise of Anderson County | Anderson, SC | Asst for homeless | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Anderson, SC | New home construction | $15,000 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries | Anderson, SC | General support | $15,000 |
| Hospice of the Upstate | Anderson, SC | Certification program | $15,000 |
| United Way of Anderson County | Anderson, SC | Weekend snackpack program | $15,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Williamston, SC | Pallet wrapper | $12,500 |
| Shalom House Ministries | Belton, SC | Repairs/Updates | $12,000 |
| Anderson Area YMCA | Anderson, SC | Scholarships for childcare | $10,000 |
| Anderson Interfaith Ministries | Anderson, SC | Employment pathways program | $10,000 |
| Asher House | Anderson, SC | Drop in center | $10,000 |
| Blue Ridge Council Bsa | Greenville, SC | Support bsa program | $10,000 |
| Girls Scouts of Scmtns to Midlands | Greenville, SC | Girl scout program in anderson | $10,000 |
| Good Neighbor Cupboard | Anderson, SC | General support | $10,000 |
| New Foundations Home of Children | Anderson, SC | Flooring replacement | $10,000 |
| Peace Center | Greenville, SC | Student matinees and artist residenc | $10,000 |
| Play Safe | Anderson, SC | Anderson county students | $10,000 |
| South Main Chapel and Mercy Center | Anderson, SC | General support | $10,000 |
| The Period Project | Greenville, SC | General support | $10,000 |
| Vets Helping Vets Anderson | Anderson, SC | General support | $10,000 |
| Anderson Pregnancy Care | Anderson, SC | Parent and ultrasound | $7,500 |
| Anderson Emergency Kitchen | Anderson, SC | General support | $5,000 |
| Calvary Home for Children | Anderson, SC | Foster care training | $5,000 |
| Campions Ctr for Special Children | Anderson, SC | Classrooms | $5,000 |
| Clean Start | Anderson, SC | General support | $5,000 |
| Home With a Heart | Liberty, SC | General support | $5,000 |
| The Potter's Place | Central, SC | Repair garden pathway | $5,000 |
| Foothills Community Foundation | Anderson, SC | Fund seminars | $3,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,935,500 | 51 |
| 2023 | $2,031,350 | 40 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 22, 2025 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512959349101016
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 57-6019445
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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