Compton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Compton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $427,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$427,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $381,500 the year before.
22% 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 | $636,500 | 9 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $381,500 | 8 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $427,000 | 9 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
Compton Family 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 Compton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $360,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $42,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Access College Fund | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $100,000 |
| Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital Foundation | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $85,000 |
| CHKD Lighting the Way-Mental Health | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $50,000 |
| Evms | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $50,000 |
| Hospice House of Hampton Roads | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $50,000 |
| Furman University | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $25,000 |
| Virginia Arts Festival | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $25,000 |
| Virginia Beach Student Leadership Foundation | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $25,000 |
| Dare County Boat Builders Foundation | Support recipient's tax exempt program | $17,000 |
Officers and trustees
- H Ray Compton
- Jean T Compton
- Bryan W Compton
- Mark A Compton
Questions people ask
Does Compton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Compton Family Foundation give?
$427,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Compton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists H Ray Compton (President), Jean T Compton (Secretary/Treas), Bryan W Compton (VP) and Mark A Compton (VP).
What does Compton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.