The Kentland Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kentland Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Berryville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,400 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,950 and the largest $125,000. 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$260,400
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,950
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$21.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
25% 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 | $138,250 | 18 | $22.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 23 | $24.3 million |
| 2025 | $260,400 | 20 | $21.2 million |
How to apply
The Kentland Foundation Inc 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 Kentland Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $133,400 |
| Virginia | 10 | $121,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ida's Gift Inc | For general operating & improvements | $125,000 |
| Iglesia Pentecostes Shalom Inc | For general operating expenses & imp | $95,000 |
| Wakefield School | For general school operating expense | $7,500 |
| Rooster Walk Inc | For community music & arts | $5,000 |
| St Francis de Sales Catholic Churc | For general operating expenses & imp | $5,000 |
| Punahou School | For general operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Christian Community Church | For general charitable needs | $2,500 |
| Fauquier Shelter Services | For women & children health & safety | $2,500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | For public health research | $2,500 |
| St Bernadette School | For general school operating expense | $2,400 |
| Shady Grove Pregnancy Center | For women's health | $1,500 |
| Fordham University | For tuition assistance | $1,000 |
| John H Enders Fire Co Inc | For public safety | $1,000 |
| Live Action | For women's health | $1,000 |
| The Washington Middle School for Gi | For general operating exepnses & imp | $1,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | For general operating expenses & imp | $1,000 |
| Fish of Clarke County | For elderly assistance | $1,000 |
| St Patrick's Catholic School | For general school operating expense | $1,000 |
| St Martin's School | For general school operating expense | $1,000 |
| Clark County Sheriff's Office | For public safety | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leo J Walker
- Sheila O Stedman
- Alexandra Walker
- William B Walker
Questions people ask
Does The Kentland Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kentland Foundation Inc give?
$260,400 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,950.
Who runs The Kentland Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Leo J Walker (President), Sheila O Stedman (Vice Preside), Alexandra Walker (Secretary) and William B Walker (Treasurer).
What does The Kentland Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.