Cotton Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyJohns Island, South Carolina · EIN 20-5900654 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$162K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$7,500
Total assets$886K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
75% of grants went outside South Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Public | Lewiston, ME | General Operating purpose | $100,000 |
| Medical University of South Carolina Foundation | Charleston, SC | General Operating purpose | $25,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage trust | Topsham, ME | General Operating purpose | $10,000 |
| Tedford Housing | Brunswick, ME | General Operating purpose | $10,000 |
| Kiawah Conservancy | Johns Island, SC | General Operating purpose | $7,500 |
| Maine Huts & Trails | Kingfield, ME | General Operating purpose | $5,000 |
| The Krenov Foundation | Grass Valley, CA | General Operating purpose | $3,000 |
| St Thomas Church Camden | Camden, ME | General Operating purpose | $1,200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $161,700 | 8 |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $102,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600689349100330
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5900654
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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