The Jefferson Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jefferson Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Keswick, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,850 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $6,500. 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$15,850
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$56,061
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15,875 the year before.
77% of its 2025 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 | $18,830 | 13 | $460,666 |
| 2024 | $15,875 | 9 | $61,293 |
| 2025 | $15,850 | 13 | $56,061 |
How to apply
The Jefferson Legacy 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 Jefferson Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia. It also paid $1,100 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 9 | $13,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Foundation | General support | $6,500 |
| Presidential Precinct | General support | $2,000 |
| Museum of Culpeper History | General support | $1,500 |
| The Nafisa Atiku Adejuwon Foundation | General support | $1,100 |
| Farmington Historical Society | General support | $1,000 |
| James Monroe's Highland | General support | $500 |
| Living Free Ministries | General support | $500 |
| Riddick's Folly | General support | $500 |
| The Rosenbach Museum and Library | General support | $500 |
| Historical Society of Pennsylvania | General support | $500 |
| Ablemarle Charlottesville Historical Society | General support | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Virginia | General support | $500 |
| Library Foundation of Virginia | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sydney N Stokes Jr
- Clarence W Leeds III
- Brenda Laclair
- Donald C Ballou
- Heidi H Stokes
Questions people ask
Does The Jefferson Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jefferson Legacy Foundation give?
$15,850 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Jefferson Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sydney N Stokes Jr (Chairman), Clarence W Leeds III (Director), Brenda Laclair (President) and Donald C Ballou (Secretary/Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Jefferson Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.