Surtman Foundation
Accepts applications
Surtman Foundation is a private foundation in Smithfield, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $286,900 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $102,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$286,900
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$102,500
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $222,000 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $56,250 | 23 | $1.2 million |
| 2023 | $222,000 | 27 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $286,900 | 22 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Surtman Foundation Co Rebecca C 9 Moone Creek Circle, Smithfield, VA 23430 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (540) 958-3236 |
| What to submit | Any legible and orderly form |
| Restrictions | Educational grants, primarily medical research, education and community service organizations |
What Surtman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $181,250 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $38,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,150 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Live Church | Religious | $102,500 |
| Broken Chains Ministry | Religious | $50,000 |
| Recovery Alive | Community service | $50,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Community service | $38,000 |
| Liberty Baptist Church | Religious | $15,250 |
| Emotional Recovery Clinic | Community service | $6,150 |
| Calvary Road Baptist Church | Religious | $5,000 |
| Destiny Family Center | Religious | $5,000 |
| Davidson Community Players | Community service | $2,500 |
| Raices | Community service | $2,500 |
| Peninsula Rescue Mission | Community service | $2,000 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Community service | $1,000 |
| East Lincoln Christian Ministry | Religious | $1,000 |
| Green Room Community Theatre | Community service | $1,000 |
| Isle of Wright Rescue Squad | Community service | $1,000 |
| Veterans Yoga Project | Community service | $1,000 |
| Queens Fund for Student Scholarships | Education | $500 |
| Rock Springs Elementary School | Education | $500 |
| Sally's YMCA | Community service | $500 |
| Unc-Tv | Community service | $500 |
| United Presbyterian Church | Religious | $500 |
| Wfae-Npr Radio | Community service | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jefferry M Chanter
- Rebecca Chanter
Questions people ask
Does Surtman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Surtman Foundation give?
$286,900 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Surtman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jefferry M Chanter (Trustee) and Rebecca Chanter (Trustee).
What does Surtman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.