Moore's Charitable Foundation
Moore's Charitable Foundation is a private foundation established in 2003 and based in Altavista, Virginia. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to give back to communities where it lives and works. The foundation was created by Moore's Electric, a mission-driven business that has committed to donating 10% of annual profits to the foundation since 1999 as an act of obedience to Biblical principles.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$183K
+936.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$534K
+35.3% YoY
Grant Count
57
+26.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$9K
+6.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's stated intent is to instill purpose in the hearts of employees and improve the lives of the less fortunate while actively building better communities. The foundation prioritizes support in the following areas:
- Children's Charities — Organizations that promote the well-being of children
- Economic Development — Organizations targeting economic development and bringing business or jobs to the service area
- Community Involvement — Organizations that benefit communities in areas where Moore's works and serves
- Low-Income Families — Organizations that help low-income or underserved individuals
Grantmaking
The foundation awards grants for donations, ground maintenance projects, food pantries, family center renovations, scholarship funds, and Christmas presents.
Grant Range
$100 to $137,689
Grant Types
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation focuses on funding organizations in communities where Moore's Electric operates and serves, with primary activity in the Altavista, Virginia area and surrounding regions.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Summary:
- Total Revenues: $700,000
- Total Expenses: $534,263
- Total Assets: $183,431
- Number of Employees: 0
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $183,431 | $17,694 | $412,403 |
| Revenue | $700,000 | $50 | $219,168 |
| Expenses | $534,263 | $394,759 | $266,108 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $534,161 | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
189 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Andrew Moore — President (1 hour per week)
- Troy Shelton — Secretary/Treasurer (1 hour per week)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREW MOORE | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| TROY SHELTON | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2024, Moore's Charitable Foundation distributed $567,000 across 57 organizations, continuing its commitment to community support. The foundation made 32 grants during the year, with significant contributions to anchor organizations including the Altavista Area YMCA, God's Pit Crew, and the Presbyterian Community Center.
Community Fund supports commitment to outdoor access and dedication to empoweringSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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