Hooker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hooker Foundation is a private foundation in Danville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$46,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$871,828
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37,500 | 17 | $737,969 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 21 | $803,156 |
| 2025 | $46,000 | 21 | $871,828 |
How to apply
Hooker 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 Hooker Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 21 | $46,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Martinsville Cemetary Assoc - Oakwood | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| SPCA of Martinsvillehenry County | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Safetynet Inc | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Bassett Cemetery Co Atlantic Union Bank | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Grace Network | Unrestrictedunrestricted | $3,000 |
| YMCA - Invest in Youth | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Blue Ridge Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Carlisle School | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Bassett Historical Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Blue Ridge Regional Library Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Carlisle School Faculty Endowment | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Piedmont Arts Association Endowment Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Patrick Henry District | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Edwards Adult Day Care | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Patrick Henry Community College | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Anchor Commission | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Christmas Cheer | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Marc Workshop Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Martinsville-Henry Co Historical Society | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Smith River Singers | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Theatreworks Community Players | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Hooker Boaz
- Atlantic Union Bank
Questions people ask
Does Hooker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hooker Foundation give?
$46,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Hooker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Hooker Boaz (Director) and Atlantic Union Bank (Trustee).
What does Hooker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.