The Blankingship & Keith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Blankingship & Keith Foundation is a private foundation in Fairfax, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4,045 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,870. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4,045
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,870
- Assets$28,401
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $40,815 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $40,815 | 4 | $31,546 |
| 2024 | $4,045 | 3 | $28,401 |
How to apply
The Blankingship & Keith 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Blankingship & Keith Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $4,045 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Facets | To assist families displaced by development in the fairfax, va area. Facets helps parents, their children and individuals who suffer the effects of poverty in fairfax county. | $2,870 |
| Culmore Clinic | To provide low-income adults in the bailey's crossroads community with quality medical care at little to no cost. | $1,000 |
| Kool Language Services LLC | To provide language translation services for individuals. | $175 |
Officers and trustees
- Chidi James
- Gifford R Hampshire
- Robert Stoney
- Wm Quinton Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Blankingship & Keith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Blankingship & Keith Foundation give?
$4,045 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Blankingship & Keith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chidi James (Director, Secretary), Gifford R Hampshire (Director, Vice President), Robert Stoney (Director, President) and Wm Quinton Robinson (Director, Treasurer).
What does The Blankingship & Keith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and health.