Waccamaw Community Foundation
Waccamaw Community Foundation (WCF) is a public charity and community foundation based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Founded in 1999 by local citizens, the organization helps individuals from all walks of life establish charitable funds for the long-term benefit of their communities. WCF operates as a philanthropic organization dedicated to building sustainable philanthropy to strengthen communities in the Waccamaw Region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$38.4M
+15.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.6M
-41.9% YoY
Grant Count
77
+20.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$21K
-51.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Build and maintain sustainable philanthropy to strengthen communities.
WCF's grantmaking spans the community's broadest areas, including:
- Arts and culture
- Community development
- Education
- Environmental efforts
- Health initiatives
- Human needs and services
- Neighborhood development
- Religious organizations
- Animal welfare
- Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking
Grantmaking
WCF dispersed 232 grants and scholarships totaling $2,319,523 in 2024:
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
WCF serves a two-county service area encompassing Horry and Georgetown Counties in South Carolina, though grantmaking extends beyond this region. The foundation also funds initiatives in North Carolina and Minnesota.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $38,409,782
- Total Revenues: $5,009,782
- Total Expenses: $2,967,578
- Annual Income: $8.6M
Historical Giving:
- Since 1999, WCF has awarded more than $27 million in grants (as of recent reporting)
- The foundation currently manages more than $42 million
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $38,409,782 | $33,255,334 | $28,176,653 |
| Revenue | $5,586,722 | $6,543,921 | $5,536,720 |
| Expenses | $3,544,518 | $4,151,050 | $3,419,229 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,208,875 | $688,315 | $1,072,974 |
| 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
5 open opportunities from Waccamaw Community Foundation
Competitive Grants- Waccamaw Community Trust Fund
WACCAMAW COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund
WACCAMAW COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Disaster Relief & Recovery Rapid Grants
WACCAMAW COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Samaritan's Purse ($350,000), City of Conway ($75,000), First Presbyterian Church of Myrtle Beach ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MCLEOD HEALTH FOUNDATION LITTLE RIVER, SC | HEALTH | $15,000 |
| HUMANE SOCIETY OF NORTH MYRTLE BEACH INC NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC | ENIVORNMENT | $30,000 |
| NORTH MYRTLE BEACH AREA FOUNDATION NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC | ARTS | $25,000 |
| BELIN MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MURRELS INLET, SC | RELIGION | $15,000 |
| LORIS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LORIS, SC | RELIGION | $10,000 |
| GROUND ZERO MINISTRIES INC MYRTLE BEACH, SC | RELIGION | $5,250 |
| TIDELAND GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MURRELS INLET, SC | HEALTH | $18,000 |
| UNITED WAY OF HORRY COUNTY INC MYRTLE BEACH, SC | HUMAN NEEDS | $44,795 |
| COASTAL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC CONWAY, SC | EDUCATION | $30,000 |
| COASTAL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC CONWAY, SC | EDUCATION | $8,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Michael L. Mancuso – President & CEO
- Robert Hucks – Chair of the Board of Directors
- Rick Elliott – Board President (mentioned in earlier context)
The foundation employs 3 staff members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DENNIS WADE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ROBERT HUCKS II | BOARD VICE CHAIR & CHAIR ELECT | 1 | — |
| EMMA RUTH BRITTIAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHERYL CAIL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WALLACE EVANS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| PHILLIP ANDERSON | VICE CHAIR - GRANTING AND SCHOLARSHIPS | 1 | — |
| ERIK FROMM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RICK ELLIOT | BOARD CHAIR | 1 | — |
| ALLAN JEFFCOAT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GARY COOPER | VICE CHAIR - DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| DR DESHAWN ROUSH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL MANCUSO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $118,094 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
WCF earned accreditation from the Community Foundations National Standards Board, becoming only the fourth community foundation in South Carolina to achieve this distinction. Fewer than two-thirds of community foundations nationally meet the rigorous requirements for accreditation. The accreditation confirms WCF's compliance with 26 standards covering donor services, resource development, grantmaking, community leadership, and financial and legal accountability.
Waccamaw Community Foundation Awards Grants Benefitting 56 Nonprofit Organizations\WCF celebrated 25 years of service to the Waccamaw Region, with an event held at the Dunes Golf & Beach Club in Myrtle Beach gathering over 100 donors and fund holders.
Erik Fromm joined the WCF Board of Directors, bringing business experience and commitment to community building.
WCF awarded competitive grants to 56 nonprofit organizations in Horry and Georgetown Counties, supporting initiatives ranging from children's reading programs to support for autism families and disaster cycle services.
Waccamaw Community Foundation Awards Grants Benefitting 56 Nonprofit Organizations\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Waccamaw Community Foundation fund?
**Mission:** Build and maintain sustainable philanthropy to strengthen communities. WCF's grantmaking spans the community's broadest areas, including: • Arts and culture • Community development • Education • Environmental efforts • Health initiatives • Human needs and services • Neighborhood development • Religious organizations • Animal welfare • Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking
How do I apply for a grant from Waccamaw Community Foundation?
WCF dispersed 232 grants and scholarships totaling $2,319,523 in 2024: • **Education:** 59 grants totaling $556,269 • **Neighborhood and Community Development:** 19 grants totaling $219,159 • **Human Needs:** 61 grants totaling $712,541 • **Environmental Efforts:** 5 grants totaling $73,925 • **Health Initiatives:** 27 grants totaling $112,902 • **Religious Organizations:** 43 grants totaling $468,159 • **Arts:** 11 grants totaling $78,949 • **Animal Needs:** 6 grants totaling $17,167 • **Other…
Where does Waccamaw Community Foundation make grants?
WCF serves a two-county service area encompassing **Horry and Georgetown Counties** in South Carolina, though grantmaking extends beyond this region. The foundation also funds initiatives in North Carolina and Minnesota.
What size grants does Waccamaw Community Foundation award?
In 2024, Waccamaw Community Foundation awarded 77 grants totaling $1.6M — an average of about $21K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Waccamaw Community Foundation's EIN?
Waccamaw Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-2121992. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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