The Givens Foundation
Accepts applications
The Givens Foundation is a private foundation in Chesapeake, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$87,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $167,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $7,000 | 2 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $167,000 | 5 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $87,000 | 6 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Randi Dunlap President 1720 S Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23320 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (757) 233-4303 |
| What to submit | Application must be in writing and applicants must be qualified section 501(c)(3) organizations. A copy of the IRS letter determining charitable tax-exempt status should be attached. |
| Deadlines | Applications will be accepted year-round |
| Restrictions | Grants are limited to qualified section 501(c)(3) organizations |
What The Givens Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $82,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Foundation of Uva | To support the college of arts & sciences | $25,000 |
| Old Dominion Athletic Foundation | To support the athletes | $25,000 |
| Chesapeake Regional Health Foundation | To support oncology capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | To support education and research | $5,000 |
| Priority Automotive Charities | Charity bowl silver sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | To support the athletes | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Randi Dunlap
- Trevor Dunlap
- Ed Reed
Questions people ask
Does The Givens Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications will be accepted year-round.
How much does The Givens Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Givens Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Randi Dunlap (Director/President), Trevor Dunlap (Director/Vice-President) and Ed Reed (Director/Treas/Secretary).
What does The Givens Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.