The Pruden Foundation
Accepts applications
The Pruden Foundation is a private foundation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In tax year 2023 it gave $2.8 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $1.6 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$2.8 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$0
How to apply
| Contact | Peter D Pruden III 1391 Air Rail Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | info@prudenfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Requests should be transmitted via email and have a cover letter of no more than two pages covering all pertinent information about the request. No form letter requests. Supportive documents and literature to include current financial statement, name of board members and other funding sources may be included. A copy of organization's 501(c)(3) letter of determination from IRS must be included. |
| Deadlines | Grant requests are due two weeks prior to board meetings. |
| Restrictions | Generally only one grant awarded to an organization per fiscal year. Grant requests for political and lobbying efforts, individual and religious organizations will not be considered. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Pruden Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 26 | $2.8 million |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton Roads Community Foundation | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $1.6 million |
| Hampton Roads Community Foundation | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $943,071 |
| Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $48,095 |
| Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $45,622 |
| Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $25,687 |
| For Kids | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $25,000 |
| Virginia Legal Aid Society | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $25,000 |
| Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $20,000 |
| Coalition Against Poverty in Suffolk | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $10,000 |
| Suffolk Meals on Wheels Inc | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $10,000 |
| Suffolk Christian Fellowship | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $10,000 |
| The Up Center | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $10,000 |
| Western Tidewater Free Clinic | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of SEVA | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Suffolk Family YMCA | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Nansemond River Preservation | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Sentara Foundation | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Suffolk Cheer Fund | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $5,000 |
| Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $4,000 |
| Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $3,000 |
| Arts Alliance | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $3,000 |
| Healthy Suffolk | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $2,500 |
| Wetlands Watch | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $2,500 |
| Edmarc Hospice for Children | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $2,400 |
| American Red Cross | Support recipient's tax-exempt program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vernon Towler
- Peter D Pruden III
- Bobby L Ralph
- Taylor Pruden
- Whitney G Saunders
- Jonathan E Pruden
Questions people ask
Does The Pruden Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Grant requests are due two weeks prior to board meetings..
How much does The Pruden Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2023, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Pruden Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Vernon Towler (Vice President), Peter D Pruden III (President), Bobby L Ralph (Director) and Taylor Pruden (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Pruden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and youth programs.