Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation
The Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation is a private foundation based in Charleston, South Carolina. Its most recent filing on record is for 2020, and nothing has been filed since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation at a glance
In short: Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation gave $29K across 27 grants in 2020 (avg $1K), mostly in South Carolina. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $28,725
- Grants made (2020)
- 27
- Average grant
- $1,064
- Median grant
- $350
- Total assets
- $258,392
- Primary geography
- South Carolina (91% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 26 Lamboll St, Charleston, SC 29401-2315
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was St Michael's Church ($10K). Together the top 10 received $24K.
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 27 grants of 27 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in South Carolina, 9% to recipients in Louisiana, and 1% to recipients in Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 27 grants totaling $29K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church Charleston, SC | Operations | $10,000 |
| Cathedral of St Luke St Paul Charleston, SC | Operations | $3,000 |
| University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Operations | $2,500 |
| Spoleto Charleston, SC | Operations | $2,000 |
| Charleston Symphony Orchestra Charleston, SC | Operations | $2,000 |
| St Johns Cathedral Charleston, SC | Operations | $1,500 |
| Institute for Justice Charleston, SC | Operations | $1,250 |
| Friends of Library CofC Charleston, SC | Operations | $1,000 |
| IHS Charleston, SC | Operations | $700 |
| Fire Charleston, SC | Operations | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $258,392 | $182,809 | $30,572 | $28,725 | 27 | $92,809 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants show support for religious, cultural, educational, and other charitable organizations. Among the grantees, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra says its mission is to inspire and engage the community through musical performances and educational programs. Colour of Music describes its mission as providing opportunities for composers, musicians, and vocalists of African descent to present classical music. Historic Charleston Foundation says it advocates for a future for Charleston that honors and protects its people, places, culture, and community.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 27 grants totaling $28,725. Grant amounts ranged from $35 to $10,000, with a median of $350. Larger grants included $10,000 to St Michael's Church, $3,000 to Cathedral of St Luke St Paul, $2,500 to the University of New Orleans, and $2,000 each to Spoleto and the Charleston Symphony Orchestra.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists D Sykes Wilford, Jane Wilford, Paul T Wilford, and F Sykes Wilford as trustees.
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's 2020 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
D Sykes Wilford
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
F Sykes Wilford
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Wilford
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul T Wilford
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation
How much does Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation give each year?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation gave $29K across 27 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
What is Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's typical grant size?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $350, and its average grant was $1,064, across 27 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation give grants?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation gives mostly in South Carolina: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing went to recipients there. The next largest state was Louisiana (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charleston, SC (24 grants).
Does Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Operations" (27 grants).
Who are Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's largest grantees?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include St Michael's Church ($10,000), Cathedral of St Luke St Paul ($3,000) and University of New Orleans ($2,500), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 54% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation reported $258K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $183K.
What does Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants show support for religious, cultural, educational, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's EIN?
Jane and Sykes Wilford Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-6289436. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Jane and Sykes Wilford 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 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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