The Blocker Foundation
Accepts applications
The Blocker Foundation is a private foundation in Suffolk, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.6 million in 69 grants; the typical grant was $58,092 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.6 million
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$58,092
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$120 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.4 million the year before.
54% 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 | $4.4 million | 59 | $111 million |
| 2024 | $4.6 million | 69 | $120 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Whitney Saunders 705 West Washington Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (757) 942-2005 |
| What to submit | Contact whitney saunders for requirements |
What The Blocker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 66 | $4.5 million |
| North Carolina | 2 | $65,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,140 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Next Step to Success | General operating | $250,000 |
| E3 Elevate Early Education | General operating | $200,000 |
| Virginia Supportive Housing | General operating | $150,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Road | General operating | $150,000 |
| Commonwealth Alliance for Rural Colleges | General operating | $125,000 |
| Nauticus | General operating | $125,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | General operating | $125,000 |
| Black Brand | General operating | $125,000 |
| YMCA of South Hampton Roads | General operating | $100,000 |
| United Way of South Hampton Roads | General operating | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Va | General operating | $100,000 |
| Access College Foundation | General operating | $100,000 |
| Joy Ministries | General operating | $100,000 |
| Hampton Roads Ecumenical Lodgings & Provisions Inc | General operating | $100,000 |
| Samaritan House | General operating | $100,000 |
| Portsmouth Catholic Regional School | General operating | $100,000 |
| Virginia Living Museum | General operating | $99,947 |
| Elizabeth River Project | General operating | $99,921 |
| Survivor Ventures | General operating | $88,000 |
| VB Home Now | General operating | $87,500 |
| Old Dominion University | General operating | $86,172 |
| Buffalow Family and Friends Comm Day | General oeprating | $79,314 |
| The Community Outreach Coalition | General operating | $75,366 |
| Child & Family Services of Eastern Va Inc DBA the Up Center | General operating | $75,000 |
| Literacy for Life | General operating | $75,000 |
| Envision Lead Grow Incorporated the Mustard Seed Place | General operating | $75,000 |
| Peake Childhood Center | General operating | $75,000 |
| Walk in It Inc | General operating | $75,000 |
| YWCA South Hampton Roads | General operating | $73,100 |
| Virginia Museum of History and Culture | General operating | $70,625 |
| Virginia Foundation for Community College Education | General operating | $61,600 |
| Wetlands Watch | General operating | $60,000 |
| Children's Health Investment Program of South Hampton Roads | General operating | $60,000 |
| Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation | General operating | $60,000 |
| Tidewater Friends of Foster Care | General operating | $58,092 |
| Virginia Housing Alliance | General operating | $56,064 |
| Tidewater Youth Services Foundation | General operating | $56,000 |
| Center for Nonprofit Excellence | General operating | $55,748 |
| The Urban Renewal Center | General operating | $52,550 |
| Natasha House Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Bissett
- William H George
- Fredrick V Martin
- Whitney G Saunders
- Reginald Corinaldi
Questions people ask
Does The Blocker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Blocker Foundation give?
$4.6 million in tax year 2024, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $58,092.
Who runs The Blocker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John E Bissett (Treasurer), William H George (Secretary), Fredrick V Martin (Vice President) and Whitney G Saunders (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Blocker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and youth programs.