Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $6,500. 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$26,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$581,601
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,500 the year before.
63% 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 | $18,500 | 9 | $513,804 |
| 2024 | $21,500 | 12 | $535,986 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 8 | $581,601 |
How to apply
Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust 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 Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 1 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Appalacian Trail Conservancy | General operations | $6,500 |
| Fabretto Children's Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| SPLC | General operations | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General operations | $2,500 |
| Oceana | General operations | $2,500 |
| Thousand Island Land Trust | General operations | $2,500 |
| Native American Rights Fund | General operations | $1,500 |
| St Lawrence Valley SPCA | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia Reynolds Johnson
- William G Reynolds
Questions people ask
Does Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Julia Reynolds Johnson (Trustee) and William G Reynolds (Trustee).
What does Reynolds Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.