The MDC Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The MDC Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $241,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$241,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $258,000 the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $258,000 | 16 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $241,000 | 14 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The MDC 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.
What The MDC Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $175,000 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $38,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $22,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Sinai Hospital | General | $150,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | General | $25,000 |
| Jefferson Scholars Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Horizons National | General | $10,000 |
| College of Charleston Foundation | General | $6,000 |
| Bottom Line | General | $5,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| Harlem Academy | General | $5,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General | $5,000 |
| Muddy Paws Rescue | General | $5,000 |
| Staunton Augusta Art Center | General | $2,000 |
| Rising Starr Horse Rescue | General | $1,500 |
| Americares | General | $1,000 |
| Aldrich Contemporary Art Musuem | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dupre Cochran
- Lee S Cochran
- E Peyton Cochran
Questions people ask
Does The MDC Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The MDC Foundation give?
$241,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The MDC Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dupre Cochran (Secretary/Vp), Lee S Cochran (Director) and E Peyton Cochran (Director).
What does The MDC Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.