Valentine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Valentine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lynchburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,526 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $6,500. 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$43,526
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$700,288
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,978 the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,715 | 20 | $575,139 |
| 2024 | $46,978 | 37 | $613,077 |
| 2025 | $43,526 | 28 | $700,288 |
How to apply
Valentine Family 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 Valentine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 26 | $40,526 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Foundation Inc | General purpose of donee | $6,500 |
| Batten School Foundation | General purpose of donee | $5,500 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | General purpose of donee | $5,500 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | General purpose of donee | $5,000 |
| American College of Cardiology | General purpose of donee | $4,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | General purpose of donee | $3,500 |
| Uga Foundation | General purpose of donee | $2,500 |
| Vcic | General purpose of donee | $1,430 |
| Boys Home of Va | General purpose of donee | $1,000 |
| PVCC Educational Foundation | General purpose of donee | $1,000 |
| The Charlottesville Symphony at the University of Virginia | General purpose of donee | $575 |
| Miriam's House | General purpose of donee | $571 |
| Academy Center for the Arts | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Centra Foundation | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Greater Lychburg Habitat for Humanity | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Madaktari Africa | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Milford Museum | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Paramount Theater | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| The Valentine Museum | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Uva Children's Hospital | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Vpap | General purpose of donee | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Va | General purpose of donee | $300 |
| Lynchburg Humane Society | General purpose of donee | $300 |
| Camp Kum-Ba-Yah | General purpose of donee | $250 |
| Kids Haven | General purpose of donee | $250 |
| Lynchburg Daily Bread | General purpose of donee | $250 |
| E C Glass Topper Touchdown Club | General purpose of donee | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- C Michael Valentine MD
- Shannon Valentine
Questions people ask
Does Valentine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Valentine Family Foundation give?
$43,526 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Valentine Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists C Michael Valentine MD (Trustee) and Shannon Valentine (Trustee).
What does Valentine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.