The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation is a private foundation in Beaufort, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,566 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $22,708 and the largest $30,277. 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$151,566
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$22,708
- Largest grant$30,277
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $126,064 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 | $106,561 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $126,064 | 7 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $151,566 | 7 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Richard and Evelyn Venable 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 Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $38,026 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,277 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $22,708 |
| Illinois | 1 | $22,708 |
| New York | 1 | $22,708 |
| California | 1 | $15,139 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hampden-Sydney College | Charitable purpose | $30,277 |
| Heifer Project International | Charitable purpose | $22,708 |
| Individual | Charitable purpose | $22,708 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | Charitable purpose | $22,708 |
| Skidaway Island United Methodist CH | Charitable purpose | $22,707 |
| The Humane Society of Greater Savan | Charitable purpose | $15,319 |
| Children's Hunger Fund | Charitable purpose | $15,139 |
Officers and trustees
- Harley D Ruff
Questions people ask
Does The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation give?
$151,566 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $22,708.
Who runs The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harley D Ruff (Trustee).
What does The Richard and Evelyn Venable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.