Twin County Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Twin County Community Foundation is a private foundation in Galax, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $579,335 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $9,750 and the largest $221,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$579,335
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$9,750
- Largest grant$221,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $520,553 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $674,052 | 23 | $9.7 million |
| 2023 | $520,553 | 21 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $579,335 | 28 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
Twin County Community 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 Twin County Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 27 | $578,335 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wytheville Community College Education Foundation | Educational and scholarship program | $221,000 |
| Ohlen Wilson Health Clinic | Health and welfare | $52,000 |
| Tri Area Community Health | Health and welfare | $40,000 |
| Bland Ministry Dental | Health and welfare | $33,400 |
| Carroll County Wellness Center | Health and welfare programs | $29,000 |
| Blue Ridge Discovery | Community development | $25,000 |
| God's Storehouse | Health and welfare | $24,000 |
| Swva Crossroads Coalition | Health and welfare | $23,000 |
| Grayson Landcare Inc | Community development | $18,000 |
| Rooftop of Virginia | Health and welfare | $16,735 |
| Chestnut Creek School of the Arts | Educational programs | $14,100 |
| Twin County Chamber Foundation | Community development | $12,200 |
| Town of Hillsville | Health and welfare | $10,000 |
| Willing Partners | Health and welfare | $10,000 |
| Grayson County Summer Stage | Community development | $9,500 |
| Children's Trust NRV | Health and welfare programs | $7,800 |
| Mt Rogers Health District | Health and welfare | $7,000 |
| City of Galax | Community development | $5,000 |
| Galax First United Methodist Church | Health and welfare programs | $3,600 |
| Grayson County High School | Educational and scholarship program | $3,000 |
| Carroll County Public Schools | Educational enrichment and scholarsh | $3,000 |
| Galax School Board | Educational enrichment and scholarsh | $3,000 |
| First Hillsville UMC | Health and welfare | $2,500 |
| Radford University | Educational entichment and scholarsh | $2,000 |
| Dugspur Community Center | Community development | $1,500 |
| Capella University | Educational enrichment and scholarsh | $1,000 |
| Liberty University | Educational enrichment and scholarsh | $1,000 |
| Northern Va Community College | Educational enrichment and scholarsh | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward A Hanks II
- Brandon Boyles
- Amy Jackson
- Andrea Tolbert
- Susan Clark
- G Keith Andrews
- Dr Robert Pryor
- Travis Belton
- Douglas Bryant
- Lindsey Nale
- Meagan Helmic
- Linda Hylander
- Keith Barker
- Rebecca Cardwell
- Doug Morgan
Questions people ask
Does Twin County Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Twin County Community Foundation give?
$579,335 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $9,750.
Who runs Twin County Community Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward A Hanks II (Member), Brandon Boyles (Secretary), Amy Jackson (Member) and Andrea Tolbert (Member) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Twin County Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and community development.