The Genan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Genan Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.5 million in 104 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$8.5 million
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$214 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.4 million the year before.
52% 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 | $6.4 million | 90 | $193 million |
| 2024 | $8.5 million | 104 | $214 million |
How to apply
The Genan 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Genan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 98 | $7.9 million |
| Iowa | 2 | $300,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $230,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Sustainable Development | Program support | $500,000 |
| Blue Ridge Public Television | Program support | $500,000 |
| Miller Center Foundation | Program support | $375,000 |
| Miller Center Foundation | Program support | $375,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Virginia | Program support | $350,000 |
| Endless Opportunity (Eo) | Program support | $300,000 |
| United Way of Greater Charlottesville | Program support | $271,265 |
| Mountain Empire Community College Foundation | Program support | $250,000 |
| Piedmont Housing Alliance | Program support | $250,000 |
| PVCC Educational Foundation | Program support | $250,000 |
| Albemarle Housing Improvement Program | Program support | $234,000 |
| US National Whitewater Center Inc | Program support | $230,000 |
| Horizon Health Services Inc | Program support | $224,000 |
| Appalachian Voices | Program support | $200,000 |
| University of Virginia School of Medicine | Program support | $200,000 |
| Virginia Highlands Community College Educational Foundation | Program support | $200,000 |
| The Women's Initiative | Operating support | $175,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Virginia | Program support | $160,300 |
| American Red Cross | Program support | $150,000 |
| On Our Own of Charlottesville | Operating support | $150,000 |
| Preservation Virginia | Program support | $134,000 |
| Jefferson Area Board for Aging (Jaba) | Operating support | $125,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Virginia | Program support | $125,000 |
| United Way of Southwest Virginia | Program support | $125,000 |
| Piedmont Family YMCA | Program support | $120,000 |
| SW Virginia Community College Educational Foundation Inc | Program support | $113,258 |
| Albemarle Housing Improvement Program | Program support | $100,000 |
| Cardinal Productions Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Appalachian Highlands | Program support | $100,000 |
| SW Virginia Community College Educational Foundation Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| University of Virginia School of Medicine | Program support | $100,000 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | Program support | $85,000 |
| Blue Ridge Discovery Center Inc | Program support | $75,000 |
| Center for Nonprofit Excellence | Program support | $75,000 |
| City of Promise | Program support | $75,000 |
| The Fountain Fund | Program support | $75,000 |
| First Connections Virginia | Program support | $68,000 |
| Bristol Virginia Public Schools Education Foundation | Program support | $60,300 |
| Community Climate Collaborative Inc | Program support | $60,000 |
| The Bridge Progressive Arts Initiative | Operating support | $55,000 |
Officers and trustees
- A Shannon Worrell
- Thomas S Word Jr
- Philip C Stone
- Thomas E Worrell III
- Meghan Murray
Questions people ask
Does The Genan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Genan Foundation give?
$8.5 million in tax year 2024, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs The Genan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists A Shannon Worrell (Vice Chair), Thomas S Word Jr (Director), Philip C Stone (Chair) and Thomas E Worrell III (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Genan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.