Richmond Area Speleological Society
Preselected recipients only
Richmond Area Speleological Society is a private foundation in Mechanicsville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4,350 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $650. 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$4,350
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$650
- Assets$597,786
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8,800 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $8,800 | 11 | $567,181 |
| 2024 | $4,350 | 9 | $597,786 |
How to apply
Richmond Area Speleological Society 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 Richmond Area Speleological Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $2,600 |
| West Virginia | 2 | $1,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia Highlands Conservancy | Conservation | $650 |
| West Virginia Cave Conservancy | Conservation | $600 |
| Eastern Region NCRC | Public service | $600 |
| Pesh Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Deerfield Volunteer Fire Rescue | Public service | $400 |
| Woodland Union Church | Religious | $400 |
| Millboro Area Rescue Squad | Public service | $400 |
| Boiling Springs Volunteer Fire Dept | Public service | $400 |
| Bath Highland County Vol Fire Dept | Public service | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Rich Geisler
- Andrew Newton
- William Pickett
- Garrie Denson
Questions people ask
Does Richmond Area Speleological Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richmond Area Speleological Society give?
$4,350 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Richmond Area Speleological Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Rich Geisler (Chairman), Andrew Newton (President), William Pickett (Vice President) and Garrie Denson (Treasurer).
What does Richmond Area Speleological Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and environment and conservation.