Vitreus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vitreus Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,750 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$59,750
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$617,573
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $64,000 | 26 | $549,916 |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 23 | $562,264 |
| 2025 | $59,750 | 23 | $617,573 |
How to apply
Vitreus 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 Vitreus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $16,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $13,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $8,000 |
| New York | 5 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $4,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $3,750 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peninsula Open Space Trust | To support land conservancy | $16,000 |
| Virginia Quilt Museum | To support operation of quilt museum and collection with historical significance to virginia | $5,000 |
| WVTF Public Radio | To support public radio | $5,000 |
| Finger Lakes Land Trust | To support conservation of the lands and waters of the finger lakes region in new york state | $4,000 |
| Emerge Cda | To support the arts and emerging artists | $3,500 |
| American Battlefield Trust | To support the preservation of historcial american battlefields | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | To support human services | $3,000 |
| Girls on the Run of Portland Metro | To support girls in 3rd-8th grade to develop essential skills to establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. | $2,750 |
| Autism Self Advocacy Network | To support the disabilty rights movement regarding autism. | $2,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | To support human services and hunger relief | $2,000 |
| Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA | To support animal welfare | $2,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | To support the research and fight against cystic fibrosis | $2,000 |
| Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome Support Group | To provide education & support for individuals and families affected by klippel-trenaunay syndrome and similar vascular anomalies | $2,000 |
| Shakespeare Theatre Company | To support public arts programs | $2,000 |
| Bread for the City | To support human service programs | $1,000 |
| Oregon Museum of Science and Industry | To support science and technology learning | $1,000 |
| Some Inc DBA So Others Might Eat | To support human services | $1,000 |
| Henry's Fork Foundation | To support the conservation, protection and restoration of the henry's fork watershed and trout | $500 |
| Marshall-Wythe School of Law Foundation College of William and Mary | To support higher and professional education | $500 |
| St Francis Preparatory School | To support educational programs | $500 |
| William & Mary Foundation | To support higher education | $500 |
| Dominican Academy | To support catholic secondary education for young women | $250 |
| St Mark's Catholic School Education Foundation | To support education | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher J Macavoy
- Moira A Macavoy
- Ellen M Macavoy
- Neil G Macavoy
Questions people ask
Does Vitreus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vitreus Foundation give?
$59,750 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Vitreus Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher J Macavoy (President), Moira A Macavoy (Secretary/Treasurer), Ellen M Macavoy (Director) and Neil G Macavoy (Director).
What does Vitreus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and human services.