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The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation is a private corporation based in CHARLOTTESVLE, VA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2006. The principal officer is Richard B Gilliam President. It holds total assets of $47.1M. Annual income is reported at $12.1M. Total assets have decreased from $66.3M in 2011 to $47.1M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Virginia. According to available records, The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation has made 99 grants totaling $6M, with a median grant of $20K. The foundation has distributed between $1.8M and $2.3M annually from 2020 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $641K, with an average award of $60K. The foundation has supported 42 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$18K
Average Grant
$57K
Largest Grant
$444K
Based on 34 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.
The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 99 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in VA, TN, MD.
The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation has distributed a total of $6M across 99 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $60K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $641K.
The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation is headquartered in CHARLOTTESVLE, VA. While based in VA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard B Gilliam | PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Julia Gilliam Sterling | DIRECTOR OF GRANT MAKING | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard B Gilliam Jr | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| James L Van Dyke | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$47.1M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$47.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
99
Total Giving
$6M
Average Grant
$60K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
42
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uva College At WiseEDUCATION | Wise, VA | $641K | 2022 |
| Jmu FoundationEDUCATION | Harrisonburg, VA | $444K | 2022 |
| Advanced Studies In Culture FoundationEDUCATION | Charlottesville, VA | $360K | 2022 |
| Virginia Foundation For Community College EducationEDUCATION | Richmond, VA | $235K | 2022 |
| Focused Ultrasound FoundationHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $100K | 2022 |
| Mercatus CenterEDUCATION | Falls Church, VA | $100K | 2022 |
| Stand Together TrustEDUCATION | Baltimore, MD | $50K | 2022 |
| William King Museum Of ArtSUPPORT THE ARTS | Abingdon, VA | $35K | 2022 |
| Uva Wise Foundation (Sculpture Garden)EDUCATION | Wise, VA | $35K | 2022 |
| Pro-ArtSUPPORT THE ARTS | Wise, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Virginia Museum Of Fine ArtSUPPORT THE ARTS | Richmond, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Martha Jefferson HospitalHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| Milligan CollegeEDUCATION | Milligan College, TN | $25K | 2022 |
| Holston Home For ChildrenHELP MANKIND | Greeneville, TN | $25K | 2022 |
| The Center For Natural CapitalHELP MANKIND | Orange, VA | $25K | 2022 |
| The Paramount TheaterSUPPORT THE ARTS | Charlottesville, VA | $20K | 2022 |
| Campus Crusade For Christ IncRELIGIOUS | Charlottesville, VA | $15K | 2022 |
| Alice Lloyd CollegeEDUCATION | Pippa Passes, KY | $15K | 2022 |
| Lee High SchoolHELP MANKIND | Jonesville, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| The Covenant SchoolEDUCATION | Charlottesville, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| St Mary'S Health WagonHELP MANKIND | Clinchco, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls ClubHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| Emory & Henry CollegeEDUCATION | Emory, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| Charlottesville Free ClinicHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| Mountain Empire Older Citizens IncHELP MANKIND | Big Stone Gap, VA | $3K | 2022 |
| Church Of God Of ProphecyRELIGIOUS | Jonesville, VA | $3K | 2022 |
| Shelter For Help In EmergencyHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $3K | 2022 |
| Charlottesville OperaSUPPORT THE ARTS | Charlottesville, VA | $3K | 2022 |
| Hospice Of The PiedmontHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $2K | 2022 |
| Piedmont Family YmcaHELP MANKIND | Charlottesville, VA | $1K | 2022 |
| East Rivanna Fire CompanyHELP MANKIND | Keswick, VA | $500 | 2022 |
| Virginia Athletic FoundationEDUCATION | Charlottesville, VA | $100K | 2021 |
| Institute For Humane StudiesEDUCATION | Falls Church, VA | $100K | 2021 |
| Barter TheatreSUPPORT THE ARTS | Abingdon, VA | $50K | 2021 |
| William King Regional Arts CenterSUPPORT THE ARTS | Abingdon, VA | $35K | 2021 |