The Bonnie Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bonnie Family Foundation is a private foundation in Keswick, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,250 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$152,250
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $151,250 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,750 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $151,250 | 15 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $152,250 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Bonnie 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 Bonnie Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 10 | $92,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $40,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $10,250 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bitterroot Land Trust | General | $30,000 |
| Oldham County Historical Society | General | $20,000 |
| The Community Foundation of Louisville | General | $20,000 |
| Louisville Fund For The Arts | General | $15,000 |
| Fons Vitae of Kentucky | General | $15,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | general purposes | $10,000 |
| Coastal Community Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Stock Farm Greater Ravalli Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Kentucky | General | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| The Center for Women and Families | General | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $2,500 |
| Volunteers of America | General | $2,500 |
| Kentucky Natural Lands Trust | General | $2,000 |
| Danny and Rons Rescue | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Cornelia W Bonnie
- Shelby W Bonnie
- James Cloonan
Questions people ask
Does The Bonnie Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bonnie Family Foundation give?
$152,250 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Bonnie Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cornelia W Bonnie (Director President), Shelby W Bonnie (Director VP) and James Cloonan (Director Secty Treas).
What does The Bonnie Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and community development.