The Reveas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Reveas Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$435,440
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
41% 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 | $1.2 million | 31 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 44 | $518,441 |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 26 | $435,440 |
How to apply
The Reveas 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 The Reveas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 9 | $65,000 |
| New York | 4 | $45,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $32,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,650 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $4,280 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Leigheas Center Foundation | Ongoing operations | $1.0 million |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Macfarlane family charitable fund | $200,000 |
| Across the Aisle | Ongoing operations | $100,000 |
| Harlem Children's Zone | Ongoing programs | $25,000 |
| Restoration Project | Staff support; ongoing operations | $15,650 |
| Individual | Ongoing ministries | $15,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Cen | Lung cancer research | $15,000 |
| Center for Becoming | Ongoing operations | $15,000 |
| College Golf Fellowship | Staff support | $12,500 |
| Carmel Presbyterian Church | Ongoing ministries | $10,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Founda | Ongoing operations | $10,000 |
| Amateur Golf Alliance | Ongoing operations | $10,000 |
| Individual | Ongoing ministries | $7,500 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank | Ongoing operations | $6,500 |
| Individual | Ongoing ministries | $5,000 |
| Lanna Foundationitdf International | Ongoing operations | $5,000 |
| Fresno Rescue Mission | Ongoing operations | $5,000 |
| Church in the Forest | Ongoing ministries | $5,000 |
| Children's Miracle Network Hospital | Ongoing operations | $4,280 |
| Bone Marrow Cancer Foundation | Ongoing operations | $2,500 |
| Individual | Ongoing operations | $2,500 |
| Santa Catalina School | Ongoing operations | $2,500 |
| Frontiers USA | Ongoing operations | $2,500 |
| The Scarlett Fund Mem Sloan Ketteri | Cancer research | $2,500 |
| Adopt A Family of the Palm Beaches | Ongoing operations | $1,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Ongoing ministries | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel T Reeves
- Michael J Dougherty Esq
- Elizabeth R Hulme
- Annesley R Macfarlane
- Virginia Reeves Apple
Questions people ask
Does The Reveas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Reveas Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Reveas Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel T Reeves (President/Treas), Michael J Dougherty Esq (Assistant Sec.), Elizabeth R Hulme (Director/Sec.) and Annesley R Macfarlane (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Reveas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.