Betty James and Walter S Montgomery Jr Foundation
Historical FunderSpartanburg, South Carolina · EIN 26-6131275 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | WALTER S MONTGOMERY JR |
|---|---|
| Address | 314 S PINE ST, SPARTANBURG SC 29302 |
| Phone | 8645859213 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside South Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg County Foundation | Spartanburg, SC | General operating support | $14,000 |
| Oakwood Cemetary | Spartanburg, SC | General operating support | $3,000 |
| Garden Conservancy | Garrison, NY | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Spartanburg Day School | Spartanburg, SC | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Group of 100 | Spartanburg, SC | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Spartanburg Community College Foundation | Spartanburg, SC | Culinary fund and horticultural school | $1,000 |
| Hatcher Garden | Spartanburg, SC | Twilight in the garden | $1,000 |
| Men's Garden Club | Spartanburg, SC | Tree planting project | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $14,800 | 10 |
| 2022 | $6,700 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349105752
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-6131275
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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