Vaughan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vaughan Foundation is a private foundation in Galax, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$682,661
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $29,000 | 12 | $538,989 |
| 2023 | $28,000 | 11 | $649,798 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 11 | $682,661 |
How to apply
Vaughan 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 Vaughan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 10 | $29,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill Academy | Donation | $5,000 |
| Free Clinic of the Twin Counties | Donation | $4,500 |
| Galax Foundation for Excellence in | Donation | $4,000 |
| The Galax Hope House | Donation | $4,000 |
| Galax Volunteer Fire Department | Donation | $3,500 |
| Joy Ranch | Donation | $3,000 |
| WCC Educational Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Donation | $1,500 |
| TCC Foundation Scholarships | Donation | $1,000 |
| Chestnut Creek School of the Arts | Donation | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Taylor Vaughan
- John David Vaughan
- R L Hall Jr
- Michael E Stevens
Questions people ask
Does Vaughan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vaughan Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Vaughan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Taylor Vaughan (President), John David Vaughan (Vice Preside), R L Hall Jr (Secretary) and Michael E Stevens (Director).
What does Vaughan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.