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Barr Foundation is a private corporation based in CHESAPEAKE, VA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. It holds total assets of $4.2M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $2.1M in 2011 to $4.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. According to available records, Barr Foundation has made 297 grants totaling $442K, with a median grant of $500. Annual giving has grown from $97K in 2021 to $345K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $75K, with an average award of $1K. The foundation has supported 130 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Virginia, District of Columbia, which account for 69% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 22 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$1K
Largest Grant
$9K
Based on 89 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Barr Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 297 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, VA, DC.
Barr Foundation has distributed a total of $442K across 297 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $1K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $75K.
Barr Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (311518708) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Barr Foundation is headquartered in CHESAPEAKE, VA. While based in VA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 22 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janice Pfaffinger | SECRETARY | $59K | $0 | $59K |
| Elena B Baum | DIRECTOR/ VP/ TREASURER | $36K | $0 | $36K |
| Clay H Barr | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$352K
Total Assets
$4.2M
Fair Market Value
$5.6M
Net Worth
$4.2M
Grants Paid
$165K
Contributions
$241K
Net Investment Income
$201K
Distribution Amount
$255K
Total: $3.4M
Total Grants
297
Total Giving
$442K
Average Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
130
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion UniversityTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Breast Cancer Research FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Virginia Arts FestivalTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $16K | 2023 |
| WhroTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $5K | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Jewish Museum Contemporary Arts CouncilTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $4K | 2023 |
| Hopewell FundTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Washington, DC | $3K | 2023 |
| Food Bank Of Hampton RoadsTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Virginia SymphonyTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Brown Ledge FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Burlington, VT | $2K | 2023 |
| American Foundation For Suicide PreventionTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Midlothian, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Virginia Stage CompanyTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hermitage MuseumTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Southeast VirginiaTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Virginia Beach, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Horizon Hampton RoadsTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Dartmouth CollegeTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Hanover, NH | $1K | 2023 |
| Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education CenterTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Maitland, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Trans Youth Equality FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Orono, ME | $1K | 2023 |
| American Cancer AssociationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| Sarah Lawrence CollegeTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Bronxville, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Alvin Alley Dance FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Chesapeake Bay FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Annapolis, MD | $1K | 2023 |
| Christopher Newport UniversityTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Newport News, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| North Carolina Public TelevisionTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Durham, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| Fashion Institute MuseumTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| American Lung AssociationTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| World Monument FundTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Norfolk AcademyTO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION | Norfolk, VA | $1K | 2023 |