The Barbee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barbee Family Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,299 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $45,000. 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$245,299
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $251,318 the year before.
31% 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 | $218,600 | 11 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $251,318 | 13 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $245,299 | 16 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Barbee 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 The Barbee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $105,000 |
| Virginia | 6 | $70,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,299 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Voice of Washington DC | General | $45,000 |
| The Atlas Network | General | $30,000 |
| Foundation for Economic Education | General | $25,000 |
| Focus Gwa | General | $20,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General | $20,000 |
| The David Network | General | $15,000 |
| The Potomac School | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Yorktown Foundation for Public Pol | General | $15,000 |
| Competitiveenterprise Institute | General | $10,000 |
| Students for Liberty | General | $10,000 |
| The Dakshana Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| The Thomas Jefferson Institute | General | $10,000 |
| Edchoice | General | $5,299 |
| Center for Freedom and Prosperity | General | $5,000 |
| Center for Independent Thought | General | $5,000 |
| Parkview Institiute | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Barbee
- Scott Barbee
- Carol Meijers
Questions people ask
Does The Barbee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barbee Family Foundation give?
$245,299 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Barbee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Barbee (Director), Scott Barbee (Director) and Carol Meijers (Director).
What does The Barbee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.