West Virginia Strong
Wv strong helps principled and practical west virginians bridge the political divide to build thriving communities.
West Virginia Strong at a glance
In short: West Virginia Strong gave $50K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $50K), mostly in Virginia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $50,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $50,000
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $54,729
- +103.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Virginia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who West Virginia Strong funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Team West Virginia ($50K).
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $50K (2022) to $50K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $50K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Team West Virginia Alexandria, VA | To Support Moore Capito for Governor. | $50,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $54,729 | $355,076 | $332,892 | $50,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $26,904 | $86,601 | $149,589 | — | — |
| 2022 | $89,892 | $858,300 | $848,408 | $50,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | $80,000 | $250,000 | $170,000 | — | — |
About West Virginia Strong
Based on IRS filings
West Virginia Strong is a public charity, based in Culloden, WV. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $55K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $50K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
West Virginia Strong is led by Will Carter, President on every filing since 2021 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Will Carter
President
On filings since 2021
2.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 West Virginia Strong
How much does West Virginia Strong give each year?
West Virginia Strong gave $50K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is West Virginia Strong?
West Virginia Strong reported $55K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $355K.
Where does West Virginia Strong operate?
West Virginia Strong has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Virginia.
What is West Virginia Strong's EIN?
West Virginia Strong's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-4170470. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 17, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in West Virginia
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West Virginia University Research Corporation
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Bernard McDonough Foundation Inc
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The Bernard McDonough Foundation supports nonprofits addressing basic human needs through social welfare, health, civic and community welfare, and arts and culture programs in West Virginia and Washington County, Ohio. Grants ranged from $100 to $50,000 in 2024, with a median award of $10,000; nonprofits can apply online on a rolling basis.
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