Be Still Media Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Be Still Media Foundation is a private foundation in Warrenton, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$155,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$321,505
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $140,611 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 21 | $321,505 |
How to apply
Be Still Media 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 Be Still Media Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $79,000 in 12 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $28,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Prize | $15,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $10,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $8,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $8,000 |
| Individual | Grant | $7,500 |
| OuttaPockett LLC | Prize | $7,500 |
| Individual | Prize | $6,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $4,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $4,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $4,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $3,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $3,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $3,000 |
| Individual | Prize | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grace Lee Baughan
- Peter Baughan
- Meredith Geisler
Questions people ask
Does Be Still Media Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Be Still Media Foundation give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Be Still Media Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Grace Lee Baughan (President), Peter Baughan (Secretary) and Meredith Geisler (Director).
What does Be Still Media Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.