Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$52,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $52,000 | 6 | $992,784 |
| 2024 | $51,000 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $52,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $9,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $8,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arcathens | General funding | $10,000 |
| Jah Works Inc | General funding | $9,000 |
| Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project | General funding | $8,000 |
| The Tesfa Foundation | General funding | $8,000 |
| Bear-Paw Regional Greenways | General funding | $6,000 |
| Matlacha Hookers | General funding | $6,000 |
| Jacob's Ladder Inc | General funding | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurie Gunst
- Mary Gunst
- Jerry W Jenkins
Questions people ask
Does Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst Foundation give?
$52,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Evelyn E & Richard J Gunst Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurie Gunst (President/Director), Mary Gunst (Vice President/Director) and Jerry W Jenkins (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct).