The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation
Accepts applications
The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsport, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$51,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$421,112
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $34,500 | 19 | $395,440 |
| 2024 | $44,500 | 20 | $416,735 |
| 2025 | $51,000 | 19 | $421,112 |
How to apply
| Contact | The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation 10818 Hershey Drive, Williamsport, MD 21795 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 223-7333 |
| What to submit | Written application containing details of proposed use |
| Restrictions | No disbursements other than qualified charities |
What The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 19 | $51,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Free Clinic | General fund | $5,000 |
| Williamsport Food Bank | General fund | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Washington C | General fund | $4,500 |
| Girls Incorporated of Washington Co | General fund | $4,500 |
| First Christian Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Maryland Theatre Association Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Washington County Public Schools Williamsport High School | General fund | $3,000 |
| Washington County Public Schools Springfield Middle School | General fund | $3,000 |
| Washington County Public Schools Williamsport Elementary School | General fund | $3,000 |
| Washington County Free Library Williamsport Branch | General fund | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County MD Inc | General fund | $2,000 |
| Children's Village of Washington Co | General fund | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum | General fund | $2,000 |
| Washington Cnty Council of Churches Inc DBA Hagerstown Area Religious Council | General fund | $2,000 |
| Washington County Museum of Fine Arts | General fund | $2,000 |
| Friends of Troop 17 Charitable Trus | General fund | $1,500 |
| Brooke's House Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Discovery Station at Hagerstown in | General fund | $1,000 |
| Hagerstown Community Concert Association Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- R Lee Downey
- Ann Marie Downey
- Leon R Catlett
Questions people ask
Does The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation give?
$51,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists R Lee Downey (President/Tr), Ann Marie Downey (Trustee) and Leon R Catlett (Trustee).
What does The Richmond Lee Downey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.