Geismar Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Geismar Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $489,480 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $41,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$489,480
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$41,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $577,480 the year before.
30% 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 | $643,480 | 5 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $577,480 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $489,480 | 10 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Geismar 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 Geismar Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $375,980 |
| Iowa | 1 | $81,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $32,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Anne's Belfield School | Educational support | $150,000 |
| Virginia Athletic Foundation | General operatingsupport | $93,480 |
| Uva Health Foundation | Ivy mountain projectschool of medicine assessmentpinkerton midlife health | $81,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Va | Capital campaignjeremiah millbank society | $60,000 |
| Cacf | 5-year pledge | $50,000 |
| Chris Long Foundation | General operations | $32,000 |
| Cav Futures Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Uva Health | Childrens health | $5,000 |
| United Way-Tja | General operations | $5,000 |
| Releaf Cville | General operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael S Geismar
- Ellen A Geismar
Questions people ask
Does Geismar Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Geismar Family Foundation give?
$489,480 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $41,000.
Who runs Geismar Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael S Geismar (Trustee) and Ellen A Geismar (Trustee).
What does Geismar Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.