The Micawber Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Micawber Foundation is a private foundation in Midlothian, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $2,000. 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$17,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$413,575
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $21,500 the year before.
10% of its 2025 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 | $21,100 | 19 | $387,372 |
| 2024 | $21,500 | 20 | $407,591 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 20 | $413,575 |
How to apply
The Micawber 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 Micawber Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 12 | $9,600 |
| California | 2 | $2,400 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Himalayan Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| VPM Media Corporation | General support | $2,000 |
| Give Hope 2 Kids | General support | $1,500 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Lifelong Learning Institute in Chesterfield | General support | $1,000 |
| Our Laughter in the Rain | General support | $1,000 |
| Princeton University | General support | $1,000 |
| Richmond Montessori School | General support | $1,000 |
| University of Dublin Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Collegiate School | General support | $750 |
| Science Museum of Virginia Foundation | General support | $750 |
| St Catherine's School Foundation | General support | $750 |
| Hillsdale College | General support | $500 |
| Islamic Center of Virginia | General support | $500 |
| K Dance Inc | General support | $500 |
| Sparc | General support | $500 |
| University of Hartford | General support | $500 |
| Virginia Repertory Theater | General support | $500 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | General support | $400 |
| Studio Two Three | General support | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Needham B Whitfield
- Maha S Whitfield
- Julia A Auerbach
- Alexander A Whitfield
- Sophia N Whitfield
Questions people ask
Does The Micawber Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Micawber Foundation give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Micawber Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Needham B Whitfield (President & Treasurer), Maha S Whitfield (Secretary), Julia A Auerbach (Vice-President) and Alexander A Whitfield (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Micawber Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.