John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Winchester, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $11,000. 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$136,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $136,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $136,000 | 21 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $136,000 | 23 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $136,000 | 22 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable 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.
What John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 21 | $130,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick County Public Schools | To provide on-site tutoring to elementary school students | $11,000 |
| Winchester Public Schools | To provide on-site tutoring to elementary school students | $11,000 |
| Fremont Street Nursery | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Winchester Day Preschool | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Henry and William Evans Home | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $8,000 |
| Sinclair Health Clinic | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $8,000 |
| Winchester Medical Center Foundation - Shenandoah Oncology Angel Fund | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $8,000 |
| The Laurel Center Intervention for Domestic & Sexual Violence | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $7,000 |
| American Red Cross | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Blue Ridge Hospice | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| C-Cap (Congregational Community Action Project) | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Dental Clinic of Northern Shenandoah Valley | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Frederick County Public Schools - Bright Futures Program | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Winchester Medical Center Foundation - Camp Follow the Leader | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Families Reaching Out Group | Advance the mission of the charitable organization. | $4,000 |
| Family Promise Northern Shenandoah Valley | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Kids Clubs of Northern Shenandoah Valley | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Winchester Rescue Mission | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Salvation Army | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Youth Development Center | Advance the mission of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- First Bank
Questions people ask
Does John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust give?
$136,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists First Bank (Trustee).
What does John L Harrell & Margaret T Harrell Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.