Helfrich Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
Helfrich Family Fund is a private foundation in Annandale, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,903 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $2,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5,903
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $225 | 1 | $8,839 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $8,310 |
| 2024 | $5,903 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Helfrich Family Fund 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 Helfrich Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $550 |
| Alabama | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $400 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
| New York | 1 | $153 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $2,500 | |
| Magical Theatre Co | Support Educational access to the performing arts to the public and children 501c3 | $1,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Founda | Charitable Educational 501c3 focused on reproductive freedom | $500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Educational 501c3 promoting racial justice | $500 |
| American Library Association | 501c3 committed to promoting the library profession at all government levels and continuing the work of equal access for all | $400 |
| Individual | Promotion of the dramatic arts through performances and classes 501c3 | $300 |
| Round House Theatre | Educational Charitable 501c3 focused on promoting dramatic arts | $300 |
| Signature Theatre | promoting community appreciation of the arts and educational programming 501c3 | $250 |
| ProPublica | To support the Public Educational benefits of nonprofit investigative reporting group 501c3 | $153 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Helfrich
- Jessie Raynor
Questions people ask
Does Helfrich Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helfrich Family Fund give?
$5,903 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Helfrich Family Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee Helfrich (trustee) and Jessie Raynor (trustee).
What does Helfrich Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.