The Snow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Snow Foundation is a private foundation in Henrico, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $425,500 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$425,500
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $322,000 the year before.
15% 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 | $279,350 | 58 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $322,000 | 46 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $425,500 | 47 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
The Snow 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 Snow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 28 | $360,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $37,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | To provide financial support | $60,000 |
| Jepson Scholars Foundation | To provide financial support | $50,000 |
| Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | To provide financial support | $50,000 |
| Nassau County Council on Aging | To provide financial support | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond | To provide financial support | $25,000 |
| Collegiate School | To provide financial support | $25,000 |
| Vcu Massey Cancer Center | To provide financial support | $25,000 |
| St Stephens Episcopal Church | To provide financial support | $20,000 |
| Sheltering Arms Foundation | To provide financial support | $15,000 |
| Up Rva | To provide financial support | $15,000 |
| Scan | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| The Faison Center | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Uva | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Va Museum of History and Culture | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | To provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Feedmore | To provide financial support | $5,000 |
| Inner-City Scholarship Fund | To provide financial support | $5,000 |
| Little Hands Virginia | To provide financial support | $5,000 |
| Riverside School | To provide financial support | $5,000 |
| The Valentine | To provide financial support | $3,000 |
| Richmond Christmas Mother | To provide financial support | $2,500 |
| Amelia Plantation Chapel | To provide financial support | $2,000 |
| Rick Sharp Alzheimers Foundation | To provide financial support | $2,000 |
| Amelia Island Tree Conservancy Inc | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Barnabas | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Boots to Suits | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Nassau County | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Gilmour Academy | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Gwu Law School | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Homeless Children Ministries Inc | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Johns Hopkins | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Kenyon College | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Monticello (Jefferson Foundation) | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Northern Florida Land Trust | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army Celebrity Chefs | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics of Virginia | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
| Take Stock in Children | To provide financial support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Snow
- Christopher H Snow
Questions people ask
Does The Snow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Snow Foundation give?
$425,500 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Snow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Snow (President) and Christopher H Snow (Vice President).
What does The Snow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.