Breeden-Adams Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Breeden-Adams Foundation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $182,999 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $34,333 and the largest $80,000. 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$182,999
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$34,333
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $153,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $159,000 | 3 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $153,000 | 3 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $182,999 | 4 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Breeden-Adams 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 Breeden-Adams Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $148,666 |
| Maryland | 1 | $34,333 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Polytechnic and State Univ | Medical research | $80,000 |
| Eastern Virginia Medical School | Medical research | $34,333 |
| Va Tech Animal Cancer Care and Rese | Medical research | $34,333 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Research | $34,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucius H Breeden
- Oliver Gates Breeden
- Courts Holland Breeden
- Pamela A Chameberlain
- Courtney Chamberlain Stizki
- Robert B Chamberlain III
Questions people ask
Does Breeden-Adams Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Breeden-Adams Foundation give?
$182,999 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $34,333.
Who runs Breeden-Adams Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lucius H Breeden (Pres./Trustee), Oliver Gates Breeden (Board Member), Courts Holland Breeden (Board Member) and Pamela A Chameberlain (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Breeden-Adams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.