The English Foundation
Accepts applications
The English Foundation is a private foundation in Altavista, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $49,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$49,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $50,000 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 | $50,000 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $49,000 | 16 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Er English Jr Trustee 205 River Oaks Drive, Altavista, VA 24517 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (434) 369-4926 |
| What to submit | Request form from manager (scholarships); letter (all others) |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to campbell county, va area |
What The English Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 12 | $42,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Altavista Area YMCA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dawn | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| First Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Linkhorne Middle School PTO | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Altavista Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| National Center for Healthy Veterans | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| University of Virginia | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| V Foundation for Cancer Research | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Virginia Tech Athletic Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| University of Tennessee | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Remote Area Medical Volunteer Corp | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| God's Pit Crew | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Hunters for the Hungry | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Acova Museum | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Er English Jr
- Stephen English
- Rita T English
Questions people ask
Does The English Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The English Foundation give?
$49,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The English Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Er English Jr (Trustee), Stephen English (Trustee) and Rita T English (Trustee).
What does The English Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.