Elva Virginia Young Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elva Virginia Young Foundation is a private foundation in Seminole, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $480,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $45,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$480,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $360,800 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $350,000 | 13 | $0 |
| 2024 | $360,800 | 13 | $0 |
| 2025 | $480,000 | 23 | $0 |
How to apply
Elva Virginia Young 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 Elva Virginia Young Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $175,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $55,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $45,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Missions International | Christianity | $45,000 |
| Mission India | Christianity | $40,000 |
| Navigators | Christianity | $35,000 |
| Rooted Church | Christianity | $30,000 |
| Community Bible Study | Christianity | $25,000 |
| Good News Global | Christianity | $25,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Christianity | $25,000 |
| Capital Commission | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Cross to Crown Ministries | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Front Range Alliance Church | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Jersey Baptist Church | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Northern Frontier Camp | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Pioneers | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Sufficiency of Scripture | Christianity | $20,000 |
| The Pocket Testament League | Christianity | $20,000 |
| Global Assist | Christianity | $15,000 |
| Sil Global | Christianity | $15,000 |
| Ywam Organic | Christianity | $15,000 |
| Heart for Lebanon | Christianity | $10,000 |
| PAK7 | Christianity | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Christianity | $10,000 |
| South Asia Mission Project | Christianity | $10,000 |
| World Venture | Christianity | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dwight C Brown Jr
- Kerry Gorny
- David C Brown
Questions people ask
Does Elva Virginia Young Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elva Virginia Young Foundation give?
$480,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Elva Virginia Young Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dwight C Brown Jr (Trustee), Kerry Gorny (Board of Adv) and David C Brown (Board of Adv).
What does Elva Virginia Young Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.