Rathburn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rathburn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $214,726 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $44,000. 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$214,726
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$44,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $393,500 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $393,500 | 12 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $214,726 | 16 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
Rathburn Family 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 Rathburn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 12 | $158,726 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted | $44,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| National Christian Foundation - the Real Ministries Uganda Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Rock Church | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Uva Rectors and Visitors | Restricted - uva medical school | $20,000 |
| Child Health Partnership | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Church of the Incarnation - Haiti Ministry | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Foothills Child Advocacy Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| International Response to Improve Sight | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Virginia Institute of Autism | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson Foundation | Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Hospice of the Piedmont | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The ALS Association | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| First Tee Virginia Blue Ridge | Unrestricted | $1,226 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David R Rathburn
- Jayne J Rathburn
- Karen Rathburn
Questions people ask
Does Rathburn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rathburn Family Foundation give?
$214,726 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rathburn Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David R Rathburn (Director), Jayne J Rathburn (Director) and Karen Rathburn (Director).
What does Rathburn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and health.