Phillips Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phillips Family Foundation is a private foundation in Elkins, West Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,621 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$61,621
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $65,404 the year before.
54% 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 | $63,817 | 49 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $65,404 | 51 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $61,621 | 46 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Phillips 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 Phillips Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 38 | $52,831 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,065 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,350 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,275 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Petersburg High School | To further the purpose of the recipient | $5,000 |
| WV University Hosipital | To further the purpose of the recipient | $5,000 |
| Central WV Friends of Nra | To further the purpose of the recipient | $3,500 |
| WV Wesleyan College | To further the purpose of the recipient | $3,500 |
| Barbour County Fair | To further the purpose of the recipient | $3,000 |
| Kingwood Vol Fire Departmen | To further the purpose of the recipient | $2,500 |
| Barbour County Livestock | To further the purpose of the recipient | $2,136 |
| Young Life | To further the purpose of the recipient | $2,100 |
| Kilpatrick | To further the purpose of the recipient | $2,065 |
| The Football Foundation | To further the purpose of the recipient | $2,000 |
| Adaland Mansion | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,500 |
| Camp Hope | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,500 |
| Hearts & Hand House | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,500 |
| Tanner Talbot Memorial Youth Fund | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,500 |
| Warrior in the Field LTD | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,500 |
| Cast Out Cancer | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,350 |
| Almost Heaven BBQ Bash | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Annie Smites | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Arden Schoolhouse Inc | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Belington Vol Fire Department | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| City of Philippi | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Hdsa Northeast Region - Team Walk WV | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Hospice of Garrett County | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Junior Lions Club | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Mikey Hart Memorial Scholarship Fund | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Mountain State Forest Festival | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| PB Athletic Boosters Inc | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Petersburg Fire Dept | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Randolph County Fair | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Twenty-Ten Corporation | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Upshur County Recreation Complex | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| WV Wild Wonderful Celtic Festival | To further the purpose of the recipient | $1,000 |
| Barbour County Strutters | To further the purpose of the recipient | $800 |
| Cure JM Foundation | To further the purpose of the recipient | $525 |
| Barbour County 4H Leaders | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
| Barbour County Sheriffs Assn | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
| Deddridge County Family Resource Network | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
| Feed My Sheep Christian | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
| Fort New Satem | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
| Philip Barbour Fbla | To further the purpose of the recipient | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Phillips
- Debra S O'Neal
- Cherri L Sturm
Questions people ask
Does Phillips Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phillips Family Foundation give?
$61,621 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Phillips Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Craig Phillips (President), Debra S O'Neal (Treasurer) and Cherri L Sturm (Secretary).
What does Phillips Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and community development.