The Citadel Foundation
Charleston, South Carolina · EIN 576020493 · Private foundation
The Citadel Foundation is a private foundation based in Charleston, South Carolina. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $17.3M in grants paid and $275.7M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 10 individual grants from this funder — $136.7M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for higher education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Citadel Foundation funds
The Citadel Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Citadel TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE CITADEL, INCLUDING SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS, CAPITAL EXPENDITURES. | Charleston, SC | $25.6M | 2023 |
| The Citadel TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE CITADEL, INCLUDING SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS, CAPITAL EXPENDITURES | Charleston, SC | $20.8M | 2019 |
| The Citadel TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE CITADEL, INCLUDING SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS, CAPITAL EXPENDITURES. | Charleston, SC | $17.6M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Citadel Foundation
The Citadel Foundation'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. You can review the foundation directly at citadel.edu/tcf.
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Frequently asked questions about The Citadel Foundation
- Does The Citadel Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Citadel Foundation'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 Citadel Foundation fund?
- The Citadel Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include The Citadel. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Citadel Foundation give in grants?
- The Citadel Foundation reported $17.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $136.7M over 10 grants.
- Where is The Citadel Foundation located?
- The Citadel Foundation is based in Charleston, South Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 576020493.
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