The Overton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Overton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Suffolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $465,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $57,500. 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$465,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was down from $470,000 the year before.
3% 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 | $400,000 | 30 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $470,000 | 34 | $9.2 million |
| 2025 | $465,000 | 29 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
The Overton Family 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 Overton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 22 | $390,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $26,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $13,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union Mission | Outreach ministries | $57,500 |
| Mercy Chefs Inc | Outreach ministries | $54,000 |
| Liberty Baptist Church | Outreach ministriestraining and resources outreach ministries | $40,000 |
| PRD Inc | Outreach ministries | $39,500 |
| River Oak Church | Outreach ministries | $32,000 |
| Fully Alive Church | Outreach ministries | $30,000 |
| Bible Study International Ministry Inc | Outreach ministries | $15,000 |
| Mt Airy Center | Outreach ministries | $15,000 |
| Neighborhood | Outreach ministries | $15,000 |
| Stonebridge School | Outreach ministries | $15,000 |
| Just A Preacher Ministries Inc | Outreach ministries | $14,000 |
| Young Life | Outreach ministries | $13,000 |
| Crisis Pregnancy Center | Outreach ministries | $12,500 |
| Reach Romania Inc | Outreach ministries | $12,500 |
| Advancing Native Missions | Outreach ministries | $10,000 |
| Concerned Women for America | Outreach ministriesoutreach ministries | $10,000 |
| Harvest Fellowship | Outreach ministriesoutreach ministriesoutreach ministeries | $10,000 |
| Oaktree Academy | Outreach ministries | $10,000 |
| Freedom 424 | Outreach ministries | $8,000 |
| Virginia Beach Justice Initiative | Outreach ministries | $8,000 |
| New Life Ministries | Outreach ministries | $7,500 |
| Paul Tripp Ministries Inc | Outreach ministries | $7,500 |
| Lti | Outreach ministries | $5,500 |
| Commonwealth Catholic Charities | Outreach ministries | $5,000 |
| Blue Skies Ministries Inc | Outreach ministries | $5,000 |
| Cef of Virginia Inc | Outreach ministries | $5,000 |
| Regent University | Outreach ministries | $5,000 |
| Coalition Against Poverty | Outreach ministries | $2,500 |
| Samaritan Purse | Outreach ministries | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William J Overton
- Alton S Overton
- Jefferey S Benson
Questions people ask
Does The Overton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Overton Family Foundation give?
$465,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Overton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William J Overton (Treasurer), Alton S Overton (President) and Jefferey S Benson (Secretary).
What does The Overton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.