Bangs-Russell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bangs-Russell Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $758,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$758,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was down from $855,500 the year before.
6% 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 | $646,020 | 20 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $855,500 | 20 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $758,500 | 17 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Bangs-Russell 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 Bangs-Russell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $220,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $135,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $85,000 |
| California | 2 | $70,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $60,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $18,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drury University of International Advancement | Operations | $100,000 |
| T2T Foundation | Operations | $80,000 |
| Americares | Operations | $70,000 |
| Helen Keller International | Operations | $60,000 |
| Mission House Ministries | Operations | $60,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operations | $50,000 |
| Sankara Eye Foundation | Operations | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operations | $50,000 |
| World Vision | Operations | $50,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Operations | $50,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Operations | $35,000 |
| Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail | Operations | $20,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | Operations | $20,000 |
| South Congregational Church | Operations | $18,500 |
| James City Chapel Cemetery | Operations | $15,000 |
| Groton Central High School | Operations | $15,000 |
| Education Through Music | Operations | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth R Ogburn
- William F Russell
- Barbara R Valenti
Questions people ask
Does Bangs-Russell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bangs-Russell Foundation give?
$758,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Bangs-Russell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth R Ogburn (President), William F Russell (Director) and Barbara R Valenti (Secretary).
What does Bangs-Russell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.