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Newbern Foundation is a private corporation based in ROANOKE, VA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2001. The principal officer is Jess Newbern Iii. It holds total assets of $3.6M. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. Total assets have grown from $1.3M in 2011 to $3.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Virginia and Florida. According to available records, Newbern Foundation has made 318 grants totaling $392K, with a median grant of $1K. The foundation has distributed between $98K and $195K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $195K distributed across 150 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $20K, with an average award of $1K. The foundation has supported 106 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Virginia, Florida, Georgia, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$1K
Largest Grant
$27K
Based on 75 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Newbern Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 318 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in VA, FL, GA.
Newbern Foundation has distributed a total of $392K across 318 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $1K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $20K.
The application deadline is March 1.
Newbern Foundation is headquartered in ROANOKE, VA. While based in VA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L Brook Newbern Roncinske | VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kelly Newbern Van Aken | VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| J Cason Newbern | VP and Sec | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jess Newbern Iii | Pres and Treas | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$3.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$3.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
318
Total Giving
$392K
Average Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
106
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United WayGeneral support for community betterment | Jacksonville, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Disabled American VeteransSUPPORT DISABLED VETERANS | Cincinnati, OH | $1K | 2023 |
| BarnabasAssist for loss of employmenthealth inscrises | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Boys Girls ClubFunding for members for dentist & free treatment | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Turning Pointsurvivors learn about the cycle of domestic violen | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Alexander-Tharpe Fund At Ga TechHigher Education General Fund | Atlanta, GA | $10K | 2023 |
| Carilion Clinic FoundationMEDICAL RESEARCH | Roanoke, VA | $5K | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of AmericaProvides assurance of top quality experiences | Roanoke, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeAdmission solely on merit free of govt regulation | Hillsdale, MI | $2K | 2023 |
| Clare Boothe Luce Policy InstituteSupport for young American women | Herndon, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Adult Care Center Of RoanokeELDER CARE | Salem, VA | $2K | 2023 |
| Judicial WatchAccountability and integrity in law politics and | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Operation GratitudeSend care packages to deployed service men & women | Encino, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Navy Seal FoundationSUPPORT NAVY SEALS | Virginia Beach, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Feeding AmericaFEEDING THE POOR | Salem, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| First Tee Of RoanokeEquip young people with importance for life | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Fisher House FoundationMILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT | Rockville, MD | $1K | 2023 |
| Folds Of HonorMILITARY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPS | Owasso, OK | $1K | 2023 |
| Gratitude AmericaSupport for military members returning to civilian | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Habitat For HumanitySupport for eliminating poverty housing | Clearwater, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Healing StridesEquine Assisted Activities and Therapy Program | Boones Mill, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Junior AchievementAssist teens overwhelmed by finances & careers | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| K9 For WarriorsProvide service K9s to warriors suffering injuries | Ponte Vedra, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Mill Mountain ZooTo advance the zoo & provide care for its animals | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Nassau County Council On AgingASSIST AGING CITIZENS | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Nassau Humane SocietyASSIST THE ANIMAL SHELTER | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| National Military Family AssnSupport for military families | Alexandria, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyHelp fuel MS research | Charlottesville, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Prager UniversityAdvocacy group and media organization | Sherman Oaks, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Puppies Behind BarsPROVIDE INCARCIATED SERVICE DOGS | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Roanoke Valley Christian ChurchSupporting domestic missions | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Salvation Army Roanoke ChapterSupport for those in need | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Take Stock In Children Of NassauASSISTING CHILDREN OF NASSAU COUNTY | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Taubman Museum Of ArtBenefit the museums educational initiatives | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Georgia Tech Roll CallSCHOLARSHIPS | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| Center In The SquarePromotion of the arts in Southwest VA | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| The Family FoundationASSISTING THE FAMILY | Lexington, KY | $1K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossMEDICAL RESEARCH | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Apple Ridge FarmCHILDRENS CAMP | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Big Brothersbig SistersHelping children reach their potential | Blacksburg, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters FlHelping children reach their potential | Brandon, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Ccdf-UsaPUBLIC EDUCATION | Fernandina Beach, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Cornerstone Classical AcademyCHILDRENS EDUCATION | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Tunnel To Towers FoundationSupport First Responders and Military | Staten Island, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| UsoSupport for men & women of Armed Forces & families | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Military Missions In ActionAssisting veterans in need | Fuquay Varina, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| Roanoke CollegeSupport for the Newbern Academic Scholarship | Salem, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Paws 4 LibertyPROVIDE MILITARY WITH SERVICE DOGS | Lake Worth, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Va Western Educational FoundationAssists students in and out of the classroom | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| VfwSUPPORT FOR VETERANS | Roanoke, VA | $1K | 2023 |