South Carolina Christian Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Founded in 1997, the foundation supports Christian causes and work in the community by providing financial support to various ministries, churches, and quality of life organizations. The organization operates statewide across South Carolina and has expanded from its original community-based focus to serve a broader geographic region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$45.4M
+5.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$11.6M
+5.3% YoY
Grant Count
285
+4.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$41K
+0.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation exists to disciple the hearts of individuals toward Biblical stewardship and proactive philanthropy in order to transform communities and advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The vision is to establish a culture of Christian stewardship across South Carolina that changes lives today and for eternity.
Primary funding areas include:
- Christian ministries and churches
- Quality of life organizations
- Education
- Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking
- Human services
Grantmaking
The foundation provides grants to support Christian ministries, churches, and quality of life organizations. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, with a particular emphasis on South Carolina communities.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $42,929,027 to $45,398,055
- Total revenues: $17,021,179
- Total expenses: $12,321,349
- Total giving: $12,411,010
- Staff: 11 employees
IRS Status:
- EIN: 58-2362123
- Tax-exempt since September 1998
- Four-Star rating with 95% overall score
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $45,398,055 | $42,929,027 | $34,162,613 |
| Revenue | $17,522,767 | $17,021,179 | $10,311,847 |
| Expenses | $13,446,356 | $12,321,349 | $10,842,274 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,379,830 | $459,018 | $665,721 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from South Carolina Christian Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation was founded by four visionaries in November 1997: Hugh Brantley, Bob Caldwell, Mike Swaim, and Art McQueen. Bobby McDonald serves as President.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUGH H BRANTLEY | SECRETARY | 0.5 | — |
| MIKE CHIBBARO | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| DAVID BISHOP | CHAIRMAN | 0.5 | — |
| ROBERT E CALDWELL SR | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| BEN HINES | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| KIM MILLER | VICE CHAIRMAN | 0.5 | — |
| MICHAEL JETTE | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| ROBERT MCDONALD | PRESIDENT | 40 | $124,050 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has announced several grant distributions to South Carolina-based ministries in recent years, including:
Ministry Grants | South Carolina Christian Foundation$300,000 awarded to SC-based ministries
SCCF Awards $300K to SC-based Ministries | South Carolina Christian Foundation$225,000 in gifts to ministries in the Upstate region
SCCF Gifts $225K to Ministries in the Upstate | South Carolina ChristianCircle 555 Women's Giving initiative distributed $264,000+ to ministries statewide
Circle 555 Women\u2019s Giving Donates $264K+ to Ministries StatewideThe foundation releases quarterly newsletters with updates on recent efforts and achievements.
Contact Information
South Carolina Christian Foundation PO Box 172233 775 Spartan Blvd., Suite 200 Spartanburg, SC 29301
Phone: 864.949.5800 Email: Admin@SCChristianFoundation.org Website: scchristianfoundation.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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