The Reinhart Foundation
The Reinhart Foundation is a private philanthropic organization based in Richmond, Virginia, designated as a 501(c)(3) entity. Established in 2000, the foundation operates as a grantmaking foundation dedicated to supporting charitable organizations and community initiatives across multiple states.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$39.6M
-2.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.5M
+149.8% YoY
Grant Count
68
+4.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$51K
+138.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Reinhart Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Grantmaking
The foundation maintains an active grantmaking program with recent grant activity documented in its filings. Grant amounts typically range from $1,000 to $1,026,016, with a median grant size of $10,000. The foundation made 68 grants in its most recent fiscal period.
Grant Range
of $10,000. The foundation made 68 grants in its most recent fiscal period.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports charitable organizations across multiple states, with documented giving in Virginia, New York, California, and North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: Approximately $39.6 million (as of fiscal year 2024)
Annual Giving: Total grants and distributions of approximately $2.48 million in recent fiscal periods
Revenue: Approximately $1.21 million (2024)
Expenses: Approximately $3.78 million (2024)
The foundation maintains significant financial capacity with assets ranking in the top 10% of all foundations nationally.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $39,552,428 | $40,745,780 | $41,857,013 |
| Revenue | $1,214,585 | $526,948 | $4,619,271 |
| Expenses | $3,778,067 | $1,649,988 | $1,428,210 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,543,673 | $1,455,758 | $1,131,716 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,003,158 | $782,176 | $577,279 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,244,390 | $2,028,883 | $1,934,598 |
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
248 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond ($1,026,016), Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond ($1,014,455), Byrd Theatre Foundation ($181,398).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BARNARD COLLEGE NEW YORK, NY | CLASS OF '73 CHALLENGE ($35,000); CYNTHIA REINHART RICHARDS '73 JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM ($50,000) | $85,000 |
| BOAZ & RUTH RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL PURPOSES | $10,000 |
| BON SECOURS RICHMOND HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION RICHMOND, VA | ROCKIN THE AVENUES EVENT - NO BENEFITS | $20,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO RICHMOND RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL PURPOSES | $20,000 |
| BROKEN MEN FOUNDATION RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL PURPOSES | $5,000 |
| BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY BROOKLYN, NY | GENERAL PURPOSES | $5,000 |
| BYRD THEATRE FOUNDATION RICHMOND, VA | TO SUPPORT THE HVAC SYSTEM ($166,398), GENERAL PURPOSES ($15,000) | $181,398 |
| CADENCE THEATRE COMPANY RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL PURPOSES | $10,000 |
| CARITAS RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL PURPOSES OF THE HEALING PLACE, SPLIT EQUALLY FOR WOMEN'S HEALING PLACE AND MEN'S HEALING PLACE | $40,000 |
| CENTRAL VIRGINIA BURN CAMP CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA | TO SUPPORT THE CAMP ONLY | $3,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by uncompensated volunteer leadership:
- William L. Reinhart — President
- Cynthia R. Richards — Secretary/Treasurer
- Christopher R. Richards — Vice President
All three serve without compensation, dedicating limited hours to their roles.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM L REINHART | PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| CYNTHIA R RICHARDS | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 2 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER R RICHARDS | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has expanded its community impact significantly, investing more than $2.3 million in grants during 2025. Recent initiatives include:
THE REINHART FOUNDATION EXPANDS COMMUNITY IMPACT WITH MORE THAN $2.3 MILLIONSupport for The Florida Center's therapeutic programs for children
Matching donations at the 39th Annual Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade, matching over $8,900 in community contributions
The Reinhart Foundation Matched Over $8,900 in Donations at the 39th AnnualOngoing partnerships with organizations dedicated to community improvement and charitable purposes
The foundation actively seeks partnerships with organizations committed to making positive community impact.
THE REINHART FOUNDATION EXPANDS COMMUNITY IMPACT WITH MORE THAN $2.3 MILLIONSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a grant from The Reinhart Foundation?
The foundation maintains an active grantmaking program with recent grant activity documented in its filings. Grant amounts typically range from $1,000 to $1,026,016, with a median grant size of $10,000. The foundation made 68 grants in its most recent fiscal period. Recent grantees have included: • **Barnard College** — $285,000 (Class of '73 Challenge and Cynthia Reinhart Richards '73 Journalism Internship Program) • **The Community Foundation** — $148,422 (Charitable Purposes) • **Ronald McDo…
Where does The Reinhart Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports charitable organizations across multiple states, with documented giving in Virginia, New York, California, and North Carolina.
What size grants does The Reinhart Foundation award?
In 2024, The Reinhart Foundation awarded 68 grants totaling $3.5M — an average of about $51K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Reinhart Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Reinhart Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Reinhart Foundation's EIN?
The Reinhart Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 54-2001451. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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