Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation is a private foundation in Salem, Virginia. In tax year 2023 it gave $22,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$22,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$424,335
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2023 was up from $20,300 the year before.
29% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $20,300 | 10 | $458,268 |
| 2022 | $20,300 | 10 | $363,982 |
| 2023 | $22,500 | 14 | $424,335 |
How to apply
Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust 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 Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 14 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Masterpiece Alliance | Operational Support | $3,000 |
| Blue Ridge Land Conservancy | Operational Support | $2,500 |
| Bradley Free Clinic | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Child Health Investment Partnership | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Roanoke Area Ministries | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Roanoke Rescue Mission | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Salem Food Pantry | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Operational Support | $2,000 |
| Apple Ridge Farm | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| Feeding America SW Virginia | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| Children's Trust | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| Preserve Craig Inc | Operational Support | $1,000 |
| Johns Creek Volunteer Fire | Operational Support | $500 |
| Craig County Historical Society | Operational Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William N Powell
- James S Powell
- John P Powell
Questions people ask
Does Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation give?
$22,500 in tax year 2023, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists William N Powell (Director), James S Powell (Director) and John P Powell (Director).
What does Western Virginia Environmental and Social Trust Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and food and hunger.