The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable is a private foundation based in Richmond, Virginia. It makes grants to qualifying charitable organizations and, according to its filing, does not carry on direct charitable activities.
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable at a glance
In short: The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable gave $67K across 40 grants in 2025 (avg $2K), mostly in Virginia. 46% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $67,000
- +0.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 40
- +29.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $1,675
- -21.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $739,693
- -3.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 46% first-time grantees (18 of 39, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Virginia (72% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 70459, Richmond, VA 23255
Phone: (804) 267-3603
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was National Society of the Children of the American Revolution ($6K). Together the top 10 received $38K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($4,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
159 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 159 grants of 159 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 72% of grant dollars went to recipients in Virginia, 8% to Georgia, 8% to South Carolina, 3% to Arizona, and 2% to Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 40 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable open to new grantees?
46%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 18 of 39 grantees (46%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $1K repeat.
- 31% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 31% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 115% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $51K (2022) to $67K (2025). In 2025 it made 40 grants totaling $67K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Society of the Children of the American Revolution Statham, GA | William Daniel Society | $5,650 |
| La Roca Missions Starr, SC | Unrestricted operational support | $5,350 |
| VCU Foundation Richmond, VA | Unrestricted operational support | $5,000 |
| Woodberry Forest School Woodberry Forest, VA | Amici Fund | $5,000 |
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $4,000 |
| Richmond Metro Habitat for Humanity Richmond, VA | Unrestricted operational support | $4,000 |
| MCV Foundation Richmond, VA | $1,000 Massey Club; $2,000 Trauma Gala Fund; $1,000 Neurosurgery Dept | $4,000 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Merrifield, VA | Unrestricted operational support | $3,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church Richmond, VA | Unrestricted operational support | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted operational support | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $739,693 | $25,935 | $87,350 | $67,000 | 40 | $74,200 | $12,785 | $64,426 |
| 2024 | $764,582 | $25,964 | $82,270 | $66,500 | 31 | $66,500 | $10,856 | $61,783 |
| 2023 | $820,888 | $56,143 | $77,565 | $66,000 | 37 | $66,000 | $44,713 | $62,266 |
| 2022 | $842,310 | $58,110 | $67,886 | $51,000 | 27 | $51,000 | $41,333 | $60,666 |
| 2021 | $852,086 | $92,761 | $83,723 | $61,200 | 24 | $61,200 | $71,988 | $61,288 |
| 2020 | $843,048 | $87,326 | $73,256 | $53,950 | 31 | — | $69,020 | $50,591 |
| 2019 | $828,978 | $49,321 | $72,211 | $53,000 | 25 | — | $30,925 | $55,901 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable reported a distributable amount of $64K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. For example, Richmond Metro Habitat for Humanity describes its mission as bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope, while Alleghany Humane Society says it provides shelter, food, medical service, and animal-control services. Trinity Episcopal School says it provides education, athletics, and social interaction for students in grades 8–12.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 40 grants totaling $67,000. Awards ranged from $250 to $5,650, with a median of $1,000.
Among its largest 2025 grants were $5,650 to the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution for the William Daniel Society; $5,350 to La Roca Missions for unrestricted operational support; $5,000 each to VCU Foundation for unrestricted operational support and Woodberry Forest School for its Amici Fund; and $4,000 each to Clifton Forge School of the Arts for its Scholarship Fund, Richmond Metro Habitat for Humanity for unrestricted operational support, and MCV Foundation for designated support of three programs or departments.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Louise R Belmont, Randolph N Reynolds Jr, Robert G Reynolds, Mary R Simpson, Susan C Armstrong, and Susan VR Reynolds as trustees.
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's 2025 filing lists 6 officers; none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Louise R Belmont
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary R Simpson
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randolph N Reynolds Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert G Reynolds
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan C Armstrong
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan V. R. Reynolds
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Randolph N. Reynolds (2019–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable
How much does The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable give each year?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable gave $67K across 40 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $67K across 31 grants.
What is The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's typical grant size?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,675, across 40 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable that year got $2K on average.
Where does The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable give grants?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable gives mostly in Virginia: 72% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Georgia (8%) and South Carolina (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Richmond, VA (14 grants), Clifton Forge, VA (3 grants), Covington, VA (2 grants) and Merrifield, VA (2 grants).
Does The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable give general operating support?
Yes: 88% of The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (35 of 40) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's largest grantees?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's largest 2025 grantees include National Society of the Children of the American Revolution ($5,650), La Roca Missions ($5,350) and VCU Foundation ($5,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($4,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 24% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable reported $740K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $74K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $64K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable fund?
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2025 grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's EIN?
The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 54-1900372. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does The William G Reynolds Jr Charitable accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 12, 2026)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS July 14, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 6, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 8, 2024)
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