The Ceres Foundation Inc
Charleston, South Carolina · EIN 582479387 · Private foundation
The Ceres Foundation Inc is a South Carolina-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $1.0M in giving and $27.0M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 350 grants for The Ceres Foundation Inc. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Ceres Foundation Inc funds
The Ceres Foundation Inc's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, food & agriculture.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Space Institute BUCKFIELD PROJECT | New York, NY | $500K | 2022 |
| Lacuna Inc ACE BASIN | Charleston, SC | $300K | 2020 |
| Lowcountry Land Trust OLD SHELDON CHURCH RD | Charleston, SC | $250K | 2018 |
How to apply for funding from The Ceres Foundation Inc
The Ceres Foundation Inc's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Ceres Foundation Inc
- Does The Ceres Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Ceres Foundation Inc fund?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Open Space Institute, Lacuna Inc, Lowcountry Land Trust. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Ceres Foundation Inc give in grants?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.0M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.3M over 350 grants.
- Where is The Ceres Foundation Inc located?
- The Ceres Foundation Inc is based in Charleston, South Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 582479387.
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