Bezzeg Family Foundation
Bezzeg Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Campobello, South Carolina. Its 2023 filing reports $51,000 in grants to charitable organizations.
Bezzeg Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Bezzeg Family Foundation gave $51K across 18 grants in 2023 (avg $3K), top state North Carolina. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $51,000
- Grants made (2023)
- 18
- Average grant
- $2,833
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $939,815
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (36% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Bezzeg Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing names Lisa H. Bezzeg as the contact for how to apply.
- Contact
Application contact: Lisa H Bezzeg
Mailing address: 470 Racetrack R, Campobello, SC 29322-9382
Phone: (828) 817-4417
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Bezzeg Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Summit Equestrian Ctr ($10K). Together the top 10 received $38K.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 18 grants of 18 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2023 grants went to recipients in multiple states. By grant dollars, North Carolina accounted for 36%, Indiana 20%, South Carolina 15%, Tennessee 10%, and the District of Columbia 6%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 18 grants totaling $51K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Equestrian Ctr Fort Wayne, IN | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hosp Memphis, TN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Conserving Carolina Hendersonville, NC | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Foothills Humane Soc Columbus, NC | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Tryon Riding & Hunt Tryon, NC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Steps to Hope Columbus, NC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Salvartion Army SPTBG Charlotte, NC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Spartanburg Humane Soc Spartanburg, SC | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Danny & Ron's Rescue West Palm Beac, FL | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mobile Meals Spartanburg, SC | Charitable | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $939,815 | $41,930 | $59,298 | $51,000 | 18 | $1,097,056 |
| 2021 | $993,981 | $1,009,365 | $6,019 | — | — | $1,073,825 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing lists direct charitable activity as “DIAMANT ASSET MANAGEMENT - CORPORATE BONDS.” Its grants went to organizations working in areas including animal welfare, conservation, human services, and health. For example, Conserving Carolina describes its mission as protecting, restoring, and inspiring appreciation of the natural world. STEPS TO HOPE describes its mission as creating a community free from domestic and sexual abuse through education, advocacy, and victim assistance.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made 18 grants totaling $51,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $10,000, with a median grant of $2,000. Notable grants included $10,000 to Summit Equestrian Center, $5,000 to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, $4,000 to Conserving Carolina, and $3,000 each to Foothills Humane Society, Tryon Riding & Hunt, Steps to Hope, and the Salvation Army in Spartanburg.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Lisa H. Bezzeg and Robert M. Bezzeg as trustees.
Bezzeg Family Foundation's 2023 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Lisa H. Bezzeg
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert M. Bezzeg
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Bezzeg Family Foundation
How much does Bezzeg Family Foundation give each year?
Bezzeg Family Foundation gave $51K across 18 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Bezzeg Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Bezzeg Family Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,833, across 18 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Bezzeg Family Foundation give grants?
Bezzeg Family Foundation's top state is North Carolina, with 36% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Indiana (20%) and South Carolina (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Columbus, NC (3 grants), Spartanburg, SC (3 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does Bezzeg Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Bezzeg Family Foundation's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (18 grants).
Who are Bezzeg Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Bezzeg Family Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Summit Equestrian Ctr ($10,000), St Jude Children's Hosp ($5,000) and Conserving Carolina ($4,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is Bezzeg Family Foundation?
Bezzeg Family Foundation reported $940K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $42K.
What does Bezzeg Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing lists direct charitable activity as “DIAMANT ASSET MANAGEMENT - CORPORATE BONDS.” Its grants went to organizations working in areas including animal welfare, conservation, human services, and health. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Bezzeg Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Bezzeg Family Foundation's EIN?
Bezzeg Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-1733629. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Does Bezzeg Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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