Sellier Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sellier Family Foundation is a private foundation in Great Falls, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $573,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $195,000. 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$573,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$195,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $676,500 the year before.
27% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $636,500 | 9 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $676,500 | 9 | $10.6 million |
| 2025 | $573,000 | 11 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
Sellier 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 Sellier Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $202,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $129,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $112,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $75,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Heights School | Crescite fund and cavalier scholarship program | $195,000 |
| Catholic University of America | Impact scholarships | $100,000 |
| Focus Mission Foundation | General operations | $75,000 |
| Youth for Tomorrow | Burgundy and gold appeal bid and country fair sponsorship | $75,000 |
| Ambassador Christian School | General operations | $50,000 |
| A Woman's Choice | General purposes | $28,000 |
| Trinity House Community | Annual gala sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Scholar Chips | General contribution | $12,000 |
| Amurt Food for All | General contribution | $7,000 |
| Marquette University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Hope Cam | General purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor F Sellier
Questions people ask
Does Sellier Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sellier Family Foundation give?
$573,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs Sellier Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Victor F Sellier (Director).
What does Sellier Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.