Foundations that fund organizations in Buckingham, Virginia
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Buckingham nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $15K to Buckingham organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Buckingham around $2,500. 4 of these funders are based in Virginia; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Buckingham
- $15K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in VA
- 80%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Buckingham organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The J & E Berkley Foundation | Crozet, VA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Social services |
| Smith Vicars Family Foundation | Charlottesville, VA | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Operational support |
| South James River Community Foundation | Buckingham, VA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Program Support |
| Melvin C Draft Family Foundation | Trinity, FL | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Foster Foundation | Brookneal, VA | 1 | $150 | $150 | Yes | Contribution |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Buckingham, Virginia?
The J & E Berkley Foundation, Smith Vicars Family Foundation, South James River Community Foundation, Melvin C Draft Family Foundation, Foster Foundation reported grants to Buckingham organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Buckingham. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.