The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Matthews, North Carolina. Its 2021 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, indicating that it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc gave $1.9M across 24 grants in 2021 (avg $79K), mostly in South Carolina. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $1,907,000
- +1699.9% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 24
- +9.1% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $79,458
- +1549.9% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Primary geography
- South Carolina (52% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its 2021 filing is marked as its final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 3127, Matthews, NC 28106
Phone: (704) 849-0256
Website: HTTP://WWW.GRACEANDHOPE.ORG/
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Camp Canaan ($1.0M). Together the top 10 received $1.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
46 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 41 grants of 46 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2021 grants were directed to recipients in South Carolina and North Carolina: 52% of grant dollars went to South Carolina and 48% to North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 24 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc gives
- 92% of 2021 grantees were also funded in 2020. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $106K (2020) to $1.9M (2021). In 2021 it made 24 grants totaling $1.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Canaan Rock Hill, SC | Unrestricted | $1,000,000 |
| Rainbow Express Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Servant's Heart of Mint Hill Mint Hill, NC | Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Matthews Help Center Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Christ Our Shepherd Ministry Matthews, NC | Scholarship Fund | $60,000 |
| Learning Help Centers Charlotte Charlotte, NC | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Arborbrook Christian Academy Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Blessed Assurance Adult Day Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Brace Family YMCA Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bright Blessings Matthews, NC | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The foundation reported assets of $1,107,433 in 2020.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $831,040 | $1,938,473 | $1,907,000 | 24 | $1,907,000 | $811,482 | — |
| 2020 | $1,107,433 | $64,677 | $117,587 | $105,952 | 22 | — | $64,677 | $81,772 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2021 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include Christian outdoor camps and education, short-term crisis assistance, community resources for people in need, health services, and support for children and formerly incarcerated women. These are the grantees’ missions, not a stated mission of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported 24 grants totaling $1,907,000. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $1,000,000, with a median of $5,000.
The largest grants included $1,000,000 to Camp Canaan in Rock Hill, South Carolina; $500,000 to Rainbow Express in Matthews, North Carolina; $125,000 each to Servant’s Heart of Mint Hill and Matthews Help Center; and $60,000 to Christ Our Shepherd Ministry for a scholarship fund. Camp Canaan describes its mission as providing specialized outdoor experiences that encourage growth in faith. Matthews Help Center says it provides short-term crisis assistance to neighbors in the greater Matthews community, while Servant’s Heart of Mint Hill describes its work as providing community resources to people in need.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2021 filing were Aana Lisa Whatley, chairwoman; James L. Johnson, treasurer; Jay S. Johnson, vice-president; Sarah E. Johnson, Jon Johnson Jr., and Margaret A. Johnson, directors; and Elizabeth Roepke, secretary.
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc is led by Aana Lisa Whatley, Chairwoman on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Aana Lisa Whatley
Chairwoman
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Johnson Jr.
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Margaret A. Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah E. Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Roepke
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James L. Johnson
Treasurer
Vice Chairman → Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jay S. Johnson
Vice President
Treasurer → Vice President, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: James E. Whatley Jr. (2020) — Assistant Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "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 The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc
How much does The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc give each year?
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc gave $1.9M across 24 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $106K across 22 grants.
What is The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's median grant in 2021 was $5,000, and its average grant was $79,458, across 24 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc give grants?
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc gives mostly in South Carolina: 52% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was North Carolina (48%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charlotte, NC (10 grants) and Matthews, NC (9 grants).
Does The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 96% of The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (23 of 24) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's largest 2021 grantees include Camp Canaan ($1,000,000), Rainbow Express ($500,000) and Servant's Heart of Mint Hill ($125,000), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 85% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
What does The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it 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 The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-2303901. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Does The Grace and Hope Foundation Inc 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.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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