MRW Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
MRW Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chesapeake, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $369,342 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,606 and the largest $237,000. 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$369,342
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,606
- Largest grant$237,000
- Assets$536,098
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $324,576 the year before.
50% 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 | $133,639 | 3 | $445,015 |
| 2024 | $324,576 | 10 | $463,913 |
| 2025 | $369,342 | 14 | $536,098 |
How to apply
MRW Foundation Inc 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 MRW Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $237,000 |
| Virginia | 9 | $104,018 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $8,708 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $4,700 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,916 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Vision | Aid to the poor | $237,000 |
| Crisis Pregnancy Ctr of Tidewater | Aid to the poor | $74,000 |
| The Union Mission Ministries | Aid to the poor | $12,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical research | $12,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research | $8,708 |
| Sentara Foundation | Children | $6,895 |
| Recovery for Life | Aid to the addicted | $6,512 |
| Smithfield Historical Rest Society | Other | $4,700 |
| Compassion International | Aid to the poor | $2,916 |
| Girls on the Run - Hampton Roads | Children | $1,500 |
| New Hope Church of Norfolk | Religious | $1,250 |
| Southeastern Virginia Foodbank | Aid to the poor | $1,000 |
| Betti F Williams Elementary School | Children | $611 |
| Bethel High School Baseball Program | Children | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald P Rogers
Questions people ask
Does MRW Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MRW Foundation Inc give?
$369,342 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,606.
Who runs MRW Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald P Rogers (President).
What does MRW Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and science and research.