Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust
Preselected recipients only
Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $468,955 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $213,294. 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$468,955
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$213,294
- Assets$0
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $38,623 the year before.
83% 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 | $37,481 | 1 | $465,753 |
| 2024 | $38,623 | 1 | $451,205 |
| 2025 | $468,955 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust 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 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $393,955 |
| Maine | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caring for Creatures | General purposes of donee | $213,294 |
| Maine Community Foundation | General purposes of donee | $75,000 |
| 500 Year Forest Foundation | General purposes of donee | $50,000 |
| Piedmont Discovery Center | General purposes of donee | $50,000 |
| University of Virginia Foundation | General purposes of donee | $42,367 |
| WVTF - Radio Iq | General purposes of donee | $38,294 |
Officers and trustees
- Elisabeth C Heyward
- James H Heyward
Questions people ask
Does Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust give?
$468,955 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Jane G Heyward Gardens Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Elisabeth C Heyward (Trustee) and James H Heyward (Trustee).