Veverka Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Veverka Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $280,100 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $8,300 and the largest $35,000. 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$280,100
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$8,300
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $242,290 the year before.
16% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,625 | 23 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $242,290 | 24 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $280,100 | 20 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Veverka Family 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 Veverka Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 9 | $223,071 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,900 |
| Virginia | 1 | $6,600 |
| California | 1 | $6,429 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,600 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Forward | Education | $35,000 |
| Sultana Education Foundation | Education | $35,000 |
| Anacostia Watershed Society | Education | $32,000 |
| Howard County Conservancy | Education | $30,000 |
| Phillips Wharf Environmental Ctr | Foundation | $30,000 |
| Alice Ferguson Fndn | Education | $28,571 |
| National Park Foundation | Education | $25,000 |
| Washington County Public Schools | Education | $22,000 |
| Ironwood Tree Experience | Education | $10,900 |
| Horizons of Kent County | Education | $10,000 |
| Blue Swallow Farm Foundation | Foundation | $6,600 |
| Garden School Foundation | Education | $6,429 |
| Victory Academy | Education | $2,000 |
| International Crane Fndn | Foundation | $2,000 |
| North Central Washington Audubon Society | Foundation | $1,100 |
| Individual | Education | $1,000 |
| Healthy Pine River | Education | $1,000 |
| Children's Cabinet | Education | $500 |
| Greater Metro Parks Fndn | Education | $500 |
| Maeoe | Foundation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Jo Veverka
- Janet Merrifield
- Rachel Black
- Jay Merrifield
Questions people ask
Does Veverka Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Veverka Family Foundation give?
$280,100 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $8,300.
Who runs Veverka Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Jo Veverka (Director), Janet Merrifield (Director), Rachel Black (Director) and Jay Merrifield (Director).
What does Veverka Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.