Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Bristol, Virginia
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Bristol, Virginia, holding $144M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James W and Frances Gibson McGlothlin Foundationsince 2009 | $4.2M36 grants · 2024 | $31K | Preselected only | $62M |
| The United Company Foundationsince 1987 | $2.6M102 grants · 2025 | $16K | Yes | $59M |
| Bella Vista Foundationsince 2010 | $957K15 grants · 2025 | $50K | Preselected only | $3.1M |
| McGlothlin Foundationsince 1998 | $900K25 grants · 2025 | $20K | Yes | $17M |
| Raymon Grace Foundationsince 2008 | $75K1 grants · 2025 | $75K | Preselected only | $3.5M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Virginia
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Virginia Commission for the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateVirginia Commission for the Arts | Virginia Commission for the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Virginia Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateVirginia Humanities | Virginia Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Bristol, Virginia?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in Bristol, Virginia with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $144M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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