Private foundation · EIN 20-8044292 · Reno, Nevada · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Skip Viragh Foundation Inc

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Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 52 grants paid, $31M total, median $231K. 25% of grants stayed in Nevada.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
52
$31M
Median grant
$231K
Stays in NV
25%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$205M

Grants paid in 2024

Top 50 of 52 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Pancreatic Cancer Action NetworkManhattan Beach, CAEarly detection initiative and research$4.9M
Chaminade College Prep SchoolWest Hills, CAGeneral support of the organization.$3.8M
Appletree Institute for Edu InnovatWashington, DCUnlocking the potential of every student and closing the achievement gap before students enter kindergarten by providing them with the soci…$2.6M
Father Martin's AshleyHvre de Grace, MDAlcohol and substance abuse treatment center - new building$2.0M
IcmHampton, VAProvide the funds for the development of Hope Centers and refugee aid worldwide$2.0M
Injured Marine Semper Fi FundOceanside, CAEducation and career transition assistance$1.8M
Taps Tragedy Assist ProgramArlington, VATo support program that offers help for those grieving death of loved one in Armed Forces.$1.3M
Cristo Rey NetworkChicago, ILNetwork comprises 30 Catholic, college preparatory high schools for underrepresented urban youth.$1.3M
Wyman CenterEureka, MOTo support program dedicted to serving teens from disadvantaged circumstances.$1.2M
St Louis Community FoundationSt Louis, MOAnnual support of programs$900K
Don Bosco Cristo ReyTakoma Park, MDAnnual support of programs$850K
Renown Health FoundationReno, NVTo provide annual support of programs to enhance lives, fostering healthier and happier communities.$650K
City Garden Montessori SchoolSt Louis, MOProvide growth capital$550K
Foster Adoptive Care CoalitionSt Louis, MOStrives to create permanency in every foster child's life by recruiting and supporting foster & adoptive homes in the St. Louis metropolita…$500K
National Association to Protect ChiKnoxville, TNTo support Digital Operations Defenders Program.$500K
Boys Girls Club of Western NvCarson City, NVCommercial kitchen project.$500K
Sherwood ForestSt Louis, MOTransform the lives of children in need through powerful programs that allow them to discover their self-worth, realize their potential, an…$495K
Helping Up MissionBaltimore, MDProvides a variety of services to the homeless, and support building construction$484K
The Little Bit FoundationSt Louis, MOSupport of their Wellness Program$450K
Ignatian Lay Volunteer Corps IvcBaltimore, MDProviding mature men and women the opportunity to serve the needs of people who are poor, to work for a more just society, and to grow deep…$417K
Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolBaltimore, MDFund education for disadvantaged youth$352K
Bishop McNamara High SchoolKankakee, ILEducation$250K
Assisi House IncSt Louis, MOProvide the funds for building operation$250K
Institute for Shelter CareLouisville, KYAnnual support of programs$250K
St Louis University School of EducaSt Louis, MOTo support Teach for St. Louis program.$245K
Little Sisters of the PoorSt Louis, MOGeneral support of organization programs$216K
Salvation Army - RenoReno, NVFood, toys and to provide Christmas gifts$207K
PBS Reno - Channel 5Reno, NVSupport the Ready to Learn workshops.$200K
Institute for Survivor CareLagrange, KYGeneral operating support of the organization.$185K
No Nevada Food BankSparks, NVAnnual support of programs$150K
Ready ReadersSt Louis, MOGeneral program support.$116K
Roman Catholic Bishop of RenoReno, NVCatholic education$109K
Intersection of ChangeBaltimore, MDSupport for long-term drug abuse recovery services$100K
Center for Pregnancy ConcernsBaltimore, MDEducate those in a crisis pregnancy situation$100K
Guardian Angel Settlement AssociatiSt Louis, MOPlayground safety improvements$100K
Operation Food SearchSt Louis, MOSupport for food bank.$100K
Caron Treatment CentersWernersville, PAGeneral support of the organization.$100K
Care Chest of Sierra NevadaReno, NVRural outreach program and cargo van purchase$89K
Good Shepherd's Clothes ClosetSparks, NVMobile micro closet$85K
Sierra Nevada JourneysReno, NVDelivering innovative outdoor, science-based education programs for youth to develop critical thinking skills and to inspire natural resour…$75K
City Seminary of New YorkNew York, NYSupport the teaching and training of urban ministry in New York City$60K
Duquesne UniversityPittsburgh, PAEducation$60K
United Cerebal Palsey of NvSparks, NVGeneral support of operations.$59K
CotaBloomington, INTransplant patient support$50K
Family Respite Care of NevadaReno, NVGeneral operating support of the organization.$50K
The 1701 Group Assist League Reno-SReno, NVPatient simulator$50K
Baltimore Sports Academy IncNottingham, MDTo provide funding for youth sports in the Baltimore area.$40K
Chapelgate Christian AcademyMarriottsville, MDEndowment fund$30K
Parkinson Support Ctr of N NvReno, NVGeneral operating support of the organization.$30K
Students for Life of IllinoisChampaign, ILCrisis pregnancy counseling and assistance$20K

By state: California 3 · Missouri 13 · Maryland 9 · Virginia 2 · District of Columbia 1 · Nevada 13

About this foundation

Skip Viragh Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Reno, Nevada, administered in care of Katherine a Viragh, tax-exempt since 2007. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Skip Viragh Foundation Inc accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Skip Viragh Foundation Inc give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $31M across 52 grants, a median of $231K.

Where does Skip Viragh Foundation Inc give?

California (3 grants), Missouri (13 grants), Maryland (9 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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