Bayport Foundation
Accepts applications
Bayport Foundation is a private foundation in Newport News, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $301,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $175,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$301,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$680,913
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $622,000 the year before.
32% 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 | $242,000 | 27 | $628,105 |
| 2024 | $622,000 | 38 | $620,344 |
| 2025 | $301,000 | 31 | $680,913 |
How to apply
| Contact | Bayport Foundation 1 Bayport Way Ste 350, Newport News, VA 23601 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (757) 873-7040, nporter@bayportcu.org |
| What to submit | Application available online. Name, address, contact information, purpose of grant, amount, beginning and ending dates of project, and geographic area served. |
| Deadlines | Educational scholarship deadline is march 30th. |
| Restrictions | Individuals must be members in good standing of bayport credit union. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bayport Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 22 | $283,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Newport News Education Foundation | Act grant year 1,2 | $175,000 |
| Peake Childhood Center | Tuition | $25,000 |
| Old Dominion University | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Va Peninsula | Kids enrichment summer camp | $10,000 |
| University of Virginia | Pc | $9,500 |
| Virginia Tech University | Pc | $7,500 |
| Norfolk State University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Virginia Peninsula Community Colleg | Pc | $5,000 |
| James Madison University | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Randolph Macon College | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Virginia Peninsula Food Bank | Pc | $3,500 |
| Liberty University | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| College of William and Mary | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| East Carolina University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Elizabeth City State University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Emory & Henry Univ School of Health | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Hollins University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| NC State University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Penn State University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Regent University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Saint Leo University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Virginia State University | Pc | $2,000 |
| William & Mary University | Pc | $2,000 |
| Christopher Newport University | Scholarships | $1,500 |
| Emmanuel College | Scholarships | $1,500 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Pc | $1,500 |
| Ecpi University | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Mears
- Ray Bagley
- Jennifer Coyne
- Mary Cullen
- IRA Williams
- Nancy Porter
Questions people ask
Does Bayport Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Educational scholarship deadline is march 30th..
How much does Bayport Foundation give?
$301,000 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Bayport Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jim Mears (President &), Ray Bagley (V/P & Vice-C), Jennifer Coyne (Secretary/Tr) and Mary Cullen (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Bayport Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.