William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation is a private foundation in Bassett, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$128,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $130,000 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $119,000 | 24 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 25 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $128,000 | 25 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale 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 William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 25 | $128,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army | Support | $10,000 |
| United Way of MvilleHC | Support | $10,000 |
| Piedmont Arts Association | Endowment | $10,000 |
| Grace Network | Support | $10,000 |
| MHC Warming Center | Support | $8,000 |
| Southside Survivor Response Center | Support | $8,000 |
| Bassett Vol Fire Department | Support | $7,000 |
| Henry County Furniture Museum | Support | $6,000 |
| MARC Workshop | Support | $5,000 |
| Martinsville YMCA | Support | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Support | $5,000 |
| Ferrum College | Support | $5,000 |
| Bassett Cemetery Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Edwards Adult Day Center | Support | $5,000 |
| Tackfully Teamed Riding Academy | Support | $3,500 |
| Greater Bassett Area Community | Support | $3,500 |
| Christmas Cheer Fund | Support | $3,000 |
| Pocahontas Baptist Church | Support | $3,000 |
| Stepping Stones Inc | Support | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | Support | $3,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center of MHC | Support | $2,500 |
| FOCUS on Youth | Support | $2,500 |
| Bassett Historical Center | Support | $2,000 |
| Theatre Works Community Players | Support | $2,000 |
| Martinsville Cemetery Assoc | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Virginia Perrin
- John D Bassett III
- Lucy A Amato
- Robert H Spillman
- Brandon L Martin
Questions people ask
Does William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation give?
$128,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Virginia Perrin (President), John D Bassett III (Director), Lucy A Amato (Director) and Robert H Spillman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does William Whidbee Sale & Virginia B Sale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and education.