Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bluefield, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,900 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$65,900
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,100 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 | $63,431 | 16 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $59,100 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $65,900 | 10 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gary and Laura Cornwell 314 Brierwood Drive, Bluefield, VA 24605 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (276) 326-1806 |
What Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $51,250 |
| West Virginia | 2 | $11,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg High School | Educational | $25,000 |
| Graham High School | Educational | $13,100 |
| Bluefield Union Mission | Support | $6,500 |
| Community Health Center | Support | $6,250 |
| Children's Home Society | Support | $5,000 |
| Virginia Tech University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Agnes Scott College | Educational | $2,500 |
| Feeding Southwest Va | Support | $1,000 |
| Kids Soar | Support | $900 |
| Consumer Reports | Support | $650 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Cornwell
- Laura Cornwell
- Megan Thomas
Questions people ask
Does Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust give?
$65,900 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Cornwell (Trustee), Laura Cornwell (Trustee) and Megan Thomas (Trustee).
What does Cornwell-Bireley Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.