Vratsinas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vratsinas Foundation is a private foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $100,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $27,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$100,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $100,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,000 | 6 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 6 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Vratsinas Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Vratsinas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 3 | $51,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $21,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $14,000 |
| New York | 1 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Symphony Orchestra | Operations assistance | $27,000 |
| Hellenic College Holy Cross | Advancement of educational activities | $21,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Ameri | Advancement of religious activities | $14,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Detroi | Advancement of religious activities | $14,000 |
| Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church | Advancement of religious activities | $14,000 |
| Quapaw Area Council of Boy Scouts O | Scouting program | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gus M Vratsinas
- Bob Bailey
- Trav Baxter
- Brad Davis
- Kevin Wilcox
- Christina Martin
- Jeff Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Vratsinas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vratsinas Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Vratsinas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gus M Vratsinas (Pres & Director), Bob Bailey (Director), Trav Baxter (Sec & Director) and Brad Davis (Trea & Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Vratsinas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.