Kip Kephart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kip Kephart Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,645 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $7,500. 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$20,645
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$388,919
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29,415 the year before.
30% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $25,224 | 13 | $840,273 |
| 2022 | $32,898 | 9 | $851,936 |
| 2023 | $29,415 | 9 | $958,421 |
| 2024 | $20,645 | 10 | $388,919 |
How to apply
Kip Kephart 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kip Kephart Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 10 | $20,645 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Historical Society | Donation | $7,500 |
| Vcu | Donations | $5,200 |
| Richmond Ballet | Donation | $2,000 |
| Surry Elementary School | Donation | $1,300 |
| University of Richmond | Donation | $1,250 |
| Valentine Richmond History Center | Donation | $1,250 |
| Heritage Library | Donation | $1,018 |
| New Kent County | Donation | $570 |
| Charles City Schools | Donation | $300 |
| Various | Donation | $257 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Rula Jr
- Geraldine Hall
- Neil S Kessler
Questions people ask
Does Kip Kephart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kip Kephart Foundation give?
$20,645 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Kip Kephart Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steve Rula Jr (President), Geraldine Hall (Treasurer) and Neil S Kessler (Secretary).
What does Kip Kephart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.