The Balle Foundation
Historical FunderClinton, South Carolina · EIN 30-0080317 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $8,301.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DAWN WESSON |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O TNB FIN SERVICES PO BOX 1215, CLINTON SC 29325 |
| Phone | 8647666025 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE IN WRITING AND SPECIFY TYPE OF NEED |
| 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
0% of grants went outside South Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian College | Clinton, SC | Grace programjacobs scholarsstudents books | $10,301 |
| Family YMCA of Greater Laurens | Laurens, SC | Child development center | $8,301 |
| YMCA of Greater Clinton | Clinton, SC | Grant for child care and development program | $7,000 |
| Laurens Co Museum Association | Laurens, SC | New lighting in exhibit halls and converence rm | $5,000 |
| Rotary Club of Laurens | Laurens, SC | For backpack program assistance | $5,000 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($16,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $52,102 | 8 |
| 2023 | $48,838 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522659349100007
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-0080317
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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