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The Blocker Foundation is a private corporation based in SUFFOLK, VA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1983. It holds total assets of $107.6M. Annual income is reported at $25.8M. Total assets have grown from $1.8M in 2011 to $107.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Virginia. According to available records, The Blocker Foundation has made 103 grants totaling $4.5M, with a median grant of $25K. Annual giving has grown from $554K in 2020 to $3.7M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $260K, with an average award of $44K. The foundation has supported 53 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$32K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 7 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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The Blocker Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 103 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in VA, NC, GA.
The Blocker Foundation has distributed a total of $4.5M across 103 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $44K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $260K.
For information about applying for grants from The Blocker Foundation, visit their official website. Many private foundations accept unsolicited proposals or have specific application windows.
The Blocker Foundation is headquartered in SUFFOLK, VA. While based in VA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitney G Saunders | PRESIDENT | $228K | $7K | $235K |
| William H George | SECRETARY | $10K | $0 | $10K |
| Fredrick V Martin | VICE PRESIDENT | $10K | $0 | $10K |
| John E Bissett | TREASURER | $10K | $0 | $10K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$107.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$107.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
103
Total Giving
$4.5M
Average Grant
$44K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
53
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forkids IncGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $260K | 2022 |
| Judeo Christian Outreach CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $125K | 2022 |
| Virginia Wesleyan UniversityGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $110K | 2022 |
| Norfolk Botanical Garden IncGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $104K | 2022 |
| Child & Family Services Of Eastern VaGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $88K | 2022 |
| Tidewater Friends Of Foster CareGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $83K | 2022 |
| Fact Families Of Autistic ChildrenGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $75K | 2022 |
| Wetlands WatchGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $75K | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of South HamptonGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $70K | 2022 |
| Virginia Foundation For CommunityGENERAL OPERATING | Richmond, VA | $62K | 2022 |
| Nansemond-Suffolk AcademyGENERAL OPERATING | Suffolk, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Franklin Parks FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Franklin, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Louise W Eggleston Center IncGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Mother Seton House IncGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Virginia Legal Aid SocietyGENERAL OPERATING | Lynchburg, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Thrive Peninsula IncGENERAL OPERATING | Newport News, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Jewish Family Service Of TidewaterGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Access College FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $41K | 2022 |
| The Urban Renewal CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| The Hampton Roads Workforce FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Union Mission MinistriesGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Nansemond River Preservation AllianceGENERAL OPERATING | Suffolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Pin MinistryGENERAL OPERATING | Virginia Beach, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| United Way Of South Hampton RoadsGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Gates County SchoolsGENERAL OPERATING | Gatesville, NC | $25K | 2022 |
| Albemarle Area United WayGENERAL OPERATING | Elizabeth City, NC | $25K | 2022 |
| Young Audiences Of Virginia IncGENERAL OPERATING | Norfolk, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Link Of Hampton Roads IncGENERAL OPERATING | Newport News, VA | $25K | 2022 |