Cherry Grove Foundation
Accepts applications
Cherry Grove Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $121,528 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $27,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$121,528
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$27,600
- Assets$163,153
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $135,495 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $135,495 | 18 | $186,235 |
| 2024 | $121,528 | 21 | $163,153 |
How to apply
| Contact | Julious P Smith Jr PO Box 1320, Richmond, VA 23218-1320 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (804) 420-6408 |
| What to submit | Written requests |
What Cherry Grove Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 15 | $101,528 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | Charitable | $27,600 |
| University of Virginia | Educational | $26,500 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Founda | Charitable | $22,328 |
| Operating Healing Forces | Charitable | $10,000 |
| 3 Wide Ministries | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Jr Achievement of Central Va | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Hampden-Sydney College | Educational | $3,500 |
| St Bridget School | Educational | $2,500 |
| Focus | Charitable | $1,500 |
| United Way | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical research | $1,000 |
| St Bridget Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Beauvoir School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Peter Blake Mem FD | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Massey Cancer Center | Medical research | $500 |
| Collegiate School | Educational | $500 |
| The Va Home | Charitable | $500 |
| St Albans School of Public Svc | Charitable | $500 |
| Va Law Foundation | Educational | $350 |
| Va Foundation for Independent Colle | Educational | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Julious P Smith Jr
- Sherrill P Smith
Questions people ask
Does Cherry Grove Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cherry Grove Foundation give?
$121,528 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Cherry Grove Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Julious P Smith Jr (President) and Sherrill P Smith (Vice President).
What does Cherry Grove Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.