The Chericoke Foundation
Accepts applications
The Chericoke Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,521 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$69,521
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $79,700 the year before.
4% 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 | $66,700 | 29 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $79,700 | 31 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $69,521 | 27 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Alice H Siegel 4910 Lockgreen Circle, Richmond, VA 23226 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (804) 254-2786 |
| What to submit | Any form is acceptable |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What The Chericoke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 26 | $54,521 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's School Foundation | Educational | $15,000 |
| Charlotte Latin School | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Robert E Lee Memorial Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Focused Ultrasound Foundation | Scientific | $5,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal Church | Religious | $4,000 |
| St Catherine's School Foundation | Educational | $3,500 |
| Virginia Institute of Marine Science Foundation | Educational | $3,321 |
| University of Virginia - College Fund | Educational | $2,500 |
| Capital Trees | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Scenic Virginia | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Richmond Symphony | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wilton House Museum | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Virginia Home for Boys & Girls | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Richmond Ballet | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Virginia Historical Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Darden School Foundation - Univ of Virginia | Educational | $1,000 |
| St John's Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Vcu Foundation - Rice Rivers Center | Charitable | $600 |
| Sheltering Arms Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $600 |
| Vcu Massey Cancer Center | Scientific | $500 |
| The Valentine | Charitable | $500 |
| The Bolling Haxall House Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Hollins Fund | Educational | $500 |
| Hollywood Cemetery | Charitable | $500 |
| Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | Charitable | $500 |
| Maymont Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice H Siegel
- Carter H Siegel
- Elizabeth S Branch
- John T Siegel
Questions people ask
Does The Chericoke Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Chericoke Foundation give?
$69,521 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Chericoke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alice H Siegel (Trustee), Carter H Siegel (Trustee), Elizabeth S Branch (Trustee) and John T Siegel (Trustee).
What does The Chericoke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.