Blackburn Foundation
Accepts applications
Blackburn Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $469,750 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $212,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$469,750
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$212,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $464,250 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $333,000 | 7 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $464,250 | 11 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $469,750 | 12 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard F Blackburn 228 S Washington St Suite 110, Alexandria, VA 22314 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (703) 629-9926, rblack4@aol.com |
| What to submit | Written application stating purpose for which contribution should be used. |
What Blackburn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 7 | $435,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $21,250 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's & St Agnes Upper School | General contribution | $212,000 |
| Basilica of Saint Mary | General contribution | $200,000 |
| Home School Now | General contribution | $21,250 |
| Campagna Center | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Nature Sacred | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Alexandria Aces | General contribution | $1,000 |
| John Walker Howard Scholarship | General contribution | $1,000 |
| World Team | General contribution | $1,000 |
| The Menokin Foundation | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Mt Airy Bible Church | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Friends of Rocky Versace | General contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Blackburn
- Richard F Blackburn
Questions people ask
Does Blackburn Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Blackburn Foundation give?
$469,750 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Blackburn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James W Blackburn (President, Secretary, Trea) and Richard F Blackburn (Vice President, Trustee).
What does Blackburn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.