Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation
Accepts applications
Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $459,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $120,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$459,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
40% 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 | $285,000 | 6 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 7 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $459,000 | 10 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John G Rocovich Jr 4415 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (540) 774-8800, jrocovich@mossandrocovich.com |
| What to submit | All the submissions must be submitted in written form by mail or email |
| Deadlines | There is no set deadline for submission |
| Restrictions | The foundation is organized for making contributions to charitable, religious, educational, and/or scientific purposes, including making contributions to 501(c)(3) organizations. |
What Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $379,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $70,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| We Skelton 4-H Center | To provide financial support | $120,000 |
| Center in the Square Endowment Foundation | To provide financial support | $75,000 |
| Whigham School | To provide financial support | $70,000 |
| Roanoke Symphony | To provide financial support | $60,000 |
| Va College of Osteopathic Medicine | To provide financial support | $50,000 |
| Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Center | To provide financial support | $35,000 |
| Va Tech Foundation | To provide financial support | $24,000 |
| Miss Virginia Opportunity | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Middle Tyger Community Center | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Bradley Free Clinic of Roanoke Valley | To provide financial support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thimothy Corvin
- John G Rocovich Jr
- David Hottmann
- Elizabeth Cline
- Frederick P Stratton Jr
Questions people ask
Does Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There is no set deadline for submission.
How much does Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation give?
$459,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thimothy Corvin (Interim President), John G Rocovich Jr (Director and Vp/Treasurer), David Hottmann (Director and Secretary) and Elizabeth Cline (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Marion Bradley Via Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.