The Elmwood Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Elmwood Fund is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $156,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $117,000. 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$156,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$117,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,000 the year before.
37% 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 | $246,000 | 30 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 20 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $156,000 | 20 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Elmwood Fund 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 Elmwood Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $133,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $11,000 |
| New York | 5 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Branch Museum | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $117,000 |
| Virginia League of Planned Parenthood | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $11,000 |
| Foundation for Nation | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $3,500 |
| Development Office Orchard Park | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $3,500 |
| Vcu | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $3,500 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $2,500 |
| Pawling Yoga & Wellness | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,500 |
| St Catherines School | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,500 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,500 |
| Maymont Foundation | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,000 |
| Friends of James River Park | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,000 |
| The Akin Hall Association | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,000 |
| Richmond Animal Care | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,000 |
| St Andrew's School | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $1,000 |
| Brick Presbyterian Church | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $500 |
| Camp Dudley at Kiniya | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $500 |
| Chewanki Foundation | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $500 |
| Duke University | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $500 |
| St Michael's Church | Educational, religious, and charitable(including scholarships to students under an approved program) | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Zeugner
- Walter M Dotts
Questions people ask
Does The Elmwood Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Elmwood Fund give?
$156,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Elmwood Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Zeugner (Secretary/Treasurer) and Walter M Dotts (President).
What does The Elmwood Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.