Forerunner Federation
Preselected recipients only
Forerunner Federation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,401 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $409 and the largest $1,313. 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$6,401
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$409
- Largest grant$1,313
- Assets$496,686
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,858 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,996 | 35 | $347,263 |
| 2024 | $8,858 | 21 | $423,616 |
| 2025 | $6,401 | 13 | $496,686 |
How to apply
Forerunner Federation 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 Forerunner Federation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 13 | $6,401 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | scholarship | $1,313 |
| Almina B | Scholarshp | $810 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $656 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $655 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $460 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $460 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $409 |
| Individual | scholarship | $407 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $311 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $305 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $305 |
| Individual | scholarship | $155 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $155 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Balas
- Balazs Romhanyi
- Aron Balas
- Mariannae Grimmenstein
- Emoke Romhanyi
Questions people ask
Does Forerunner Federation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Forerunner Federation give?
$6,401 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $409.
Who runs Forerunner Federation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Balas (President and CEO), Balazs Romhanyi (Trustee), Aron Balas (Trustee) and Mariannae Grimmenstein (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Forerunner Federation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.