Thorney Point Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thorney Point Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $199,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$199,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$287,281
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,950 the year before.
16% 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 | $140,000 | 21 | $163,759 |
| 2024 | $69,950 | 23 | $27,127 |
| 2025 | $199,000 | 20 | $287,281 |
How to apply
Thorney Point 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 Thorney Point Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $88,000 |
| Nevada | 4 | $76,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $23,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $10,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $70,000 |
| St Paul's Church | Religious | $55,000 |
| Alexandria Community Media | Educational | $15,000 |
| Ravenscroft School | Educational | $12,000 |
| Duke University | Educational | $11,500 |
| Christchurch School | Educational | $6,000 |
| Our Lady of Tahoe Catholic Church | Religious | $4,000 |
| National Cathedral School | Scholarship funding | $3,500 |
| Alexandria Hospital Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| St Stephen's St Agnes School | Educational | $3,000 |
| Art League of Alexandria | General support | $3,000 |
| St Alban's School | Educational | $2,500 |
| Washington National Cathedral | Religious | $2,000 |
| Alexandria Symphony Orchestra | General support | $2,000 |
| St John's in the Wild | Religious | $2,000 |
| St Paul's Day School | Religious | $1,000 |
| St Theresa Catholic Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| The Sum Foundation Inc | Educational | $1,000 |
| St Patricks Episcopal Church | Religious | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne S Brock
- David H Brock
- Lisa S Brock
- Geoffrey S Brock
Questions people ask
Does Thorney Point Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thorney Point Foundation give?
$199,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Thorney Point Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne S Brock (President), David H Brock (Vice Pres), Lisa S Brock (Vice Pres) and Geoffrey S Brock (Vice Pres).
What does Thorney Point Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.