To accelerate the mission of Upward Unlimited by creating fundraising opportunities for individuals, institutions, and other non-profits to invest in the Upward Unlimited mission thereby overcoming risks and challenges due to lack of funding.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$104K
+2.5% YoY
Grant Count
1
-50.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$104K
+105.0% YoY
About Upward Unlimited Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Upward Unlimited Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Religion Related, based in SPARTANBURG, SC. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2023. In 2023, it awarded 1 grants totaling $104K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $108,112 | $12,298,786 |
| Revenue | $478 | $158,345 | $358,554 |
| Expenses | $108,485 | $10,366,339 | $89,634 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | $149,830 | $357,270 |
| 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 1 recipients in 2023
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2023 grants, the largest include Upward Unlimited ($104,352).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upward Unlimited Spartanburg, SC | General support | $104,352 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tully Brewer | Chairman of Board | 5 | — |
| Bob Caldwell | Vice Chairman | 5 | — |
| Hugh Brantley | Secretary/Treasurer | 5 | — |
| David Bishop | Board Member | 5 | — |
| Courtney Shelton | Board Member | 5 | — |
| Michael Chibbaro | Board Member | 5 | — |
| Kevin Drake | Executive Director | 5 | — |
| Amie Busbee | CFO/Assist Treasurer | 5 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upward Unlimited Foundation?
Upward Unlimited Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Religion Related, based in SPARTANBURG, SC. It holds — in total assets as of 2023.
Where does Upward Unlimited Foundation operate?
Upward Unlimited Foundation has awarded grants in Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee.
What size grants does Upward Unlimited Foundation award?
In 2023, Upward Unlimited Foundation awarded 1 grants totaling $104K — an average of about $104K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Upward Unlimited Foundation's EIN?
Upward Unlimited Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-3444045. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2023.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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