Foundations that fund organizations in Sandston, Virginia
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Sandston nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $17K to Sandston organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Sandston around $1,300. 2 of these funders are based in Virginia; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Sandston
- $17K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $1,300
- Based in VA
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Sandston organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elis Olsson Memorial Foundation | West Point, VA | 1 | $15K | $15K | Yes | General purpose |
| Chickahominy River Womens Society | Richmond, VA | 1 | $1,300 | $1,300 | Preselected only | Sponsorship & Donation |
| Citizens Charitable Foundation | Johnston, RI | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
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 Sandston, Virginia?
Elis Olsson Memorial Foundation, Chickahominy River Womens Society, Citizens Charitable Foundation reported grants to Sandston 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 Sandston. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.