The Barcroft Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Barcroft Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Aldie, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $630,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$630,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $525,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $500,000 | 21 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $525,000 | 21 | $10.9 million |
| 2025 | $630,000 | 24 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
The Barcroft Foundation Inc 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 Barcroft Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 15 | $450,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $90,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Laws | Unrestricted | $70,000 |
| Friendship Place | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Insight Memory Care Center | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Arlington Thrive | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| The Hill School | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Windy Hill Foundation | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Fauquier Free Clinic | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Homestretch Foundation | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Loudoun Free Clinic | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Blue Ridge Abortion Fund | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Boulder Crest Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| House of Ruth Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Piedmont Environmental Council | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Seven Loaves Services | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| A Place to Be | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Agrarian Trust | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Campaign Legal Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Doorways Arlington | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Elevated Access | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Friends of Exuma | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shelter House | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gayle DeLashmutt
- Thomas DeLashmutt
- Abigal DeLashmutt
- India DeLashmutt
Questions people ask
Does The Barcroft Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barcroft Foundation Inc give?
$630,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Barcroft Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gayle DeLashmutt (President), Thomas DeLashmutt (Vice President), Abigal DeLashmutt (Treasurer) and India DeLashmutt (Secretary).
What does The Barcroft Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and environment and conservation.