Skewes Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Skewes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Blue Ridge, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $289,400 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$289,400
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was down from $303,976 the year before.
82% 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 | $299,809 | 31 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $303,976 | 28 | $9,030 |
| 2025 | $289,400 | 36 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Connie Boardwine P O Box 1014, Bluefield, WV 24701 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (276) 326-1418, connieboardwine@comcast.net |
| What to submit | Letter form with information as to tax exempt status and charitable program |
What Skewes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 12 | $138,800 |
| West Virginia | 22 | $125,400 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Child Abuse Reporting and Enforcemt | General operatin | $80,000 |
| Mission Dental of Virginia Inc | Building fund | $25,500 |
| Big Creek People in Action Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Piedmon | General operating | $15,000 |
| Five Loaves Two Fishes Food Bank | General operating | $10,000 |
| Itman Food Bank | General operating | $10,000 |
| Stop Abusive Family Enviroments Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army Princeton Corps | General operating | $10,000 |
| West Virginia Health Right | General operating | $10,000 |
| JCS Ministries Inc | General operating | $7,500 |
| Town of Bramwell | General fund | $7,000 |
| Alive Animal Services Group Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Individual | General operating | $5,000 |
| Center for Christian Action | General operating | $5,000 |
| County of Bland | General fund | $5,000 |
| Grayhound Youth Sports Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Junior Appalachian Musicians Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Mullens Are Ministerial Association | General operating | $5,000 |
| Individual | General operating | $5,000 |
| City of Mullens | General fud | $4,100 |
| Helping Hands Community Resource Ce | General operating | $4,000 |
| Teen Venture Center | General operating | $4,000 |
| Bluefield Area Little League Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Historic Pocahontas Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Wyoming East High School | General fund | $2,500 |
| Historic Crab Orchard Museum | General operating | $2,000 |
| Individual | General operating | $2,000 |
| Active Southern West Virginia Inc | General operating | $1,800 |
| Hands and Feet Ministries | General operating | $1,800 |
| Bluefield High School Project Gradu | General operating | $1,500 |
| Graham High School | Genral operating | $1,500 |
| Richlands High School Project Gradu | General operating | $1,500 |
| Welch Kiwanis Club | General operating | $1,500 |
| McDowell County Museum Commission I | General operating | $1,000 |
| Mercer County Fair | General operating | $1,000 |
| Mullens Dogwood Festival Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William G Skewes
- Ronald Campbell
- Martha Callaway
- Elizabeth Skewes
- Laura Skewes
- Leah Skewes
- Michael Patton
- Shirley Weaver
- Carla Keene
- James Mulkey
Questions people ask
Does Skewes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Skewes Family Foundation give?
$289,400 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Skewes Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William G Skewes (Director), Ronald Campbell (Director), Martha Callaway (Director) and Elizabeth Skewes (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Skewes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and faith communities.