The Windward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Windward Foundation is a private foundation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $312,333 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$312,333
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $325,834 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $311,000 | 12 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $325,834 | 8 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $312,333 | 9 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
The Windward 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $162,333 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough Tid Fka JDRF | Advancing charitable causes | $100,000 |
| Norfolk Academy | Advancing charitable causes | $83,333 |
| River Ellis Foundation | Advancing charitable causes | $28,000 |
| UNC Chapel Hill - Moreheard-Cain SC | Advancing charitable causes | $25,000 |
| Dare County Boat Builders Fund | Advancing charitable causes | $25,000 |
| Galilee Church | Advancing charitable causes | $20,000 |
| Virginia Beach Billfish Foundation | Advancing charitable causes | $20,000 |
| Hampton Roads Community Foundation | Advancing charitable causes | $10,000 |
| Eastern Shore of Va Barrier Islands | Advancing charitable causes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Christopher Perry
- Cathryn T Perry
Questions people ask
Does The Windward Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Windward Foundation give?
$312,333 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Windward Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Christopher Perry (President) and Cathryn T Perry (Secretary).