Whitfield Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whitfield Foundation is a private foundation in Midlothian, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $72,000 | 4 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $68,500 | 2 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $73,000 | 3 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Whitfield 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 Whitfield Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $73,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Ballet | General support | $65,000 |
| Lifelong Learning Institute in Chesterfield County Virginia Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Needham B Whitfield
- Maha S Whitfield
- Julia W Auerbach
- Alexander A Whitfield
- Sophia N Whitfield
Questions people ask
Does Whitfield Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whitfield Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Whitfield Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Needham B Whitfield (President/Treasurer), Maha S Whitfield (Secretary), Julia W Auerbach (Vice-President) and Alexander A Whitfield (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Whitfield Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.