Cherry Grove Foundation
Historical FunderRichmond, Virginia · EIN 26-3855291 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JULIOUS P SMITH JR |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1320, RICHMOND VA 232181320 |
| Phone | 8044206408 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUESTS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
13% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | Charlottesville, VA | Charitable | $27,600 |
| University of Virginia | Charlottesville, VA | Educational | $26,500 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Founda | Richmond, VA | Charitable | $22,328 |
| 3 Wide Ministries | Richmond, VA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hampden-Sydney College | Hampdensydney, VA | Educational | $3,500 |
| St Bridget School | Richmond, VA | Educational | $2,500 |
| United Way | Richmond, VA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Glen Allen, VA | Medical research | $1,000 |
| St Bridget Church | Richmond, VA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Beauvoir School | Washington, DC | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Massey Cancer Center | Richmond, VA | Medical research | $500 |
| Collegiate School | Richmond, VA | Educational | $500 |
| St Albans School of Public Svc | Washington, DC | Charitable | $500 |
| Va Law Foundation | Richmond, VA | Educational | $350 |
| Va Foundation for Independent Colle | Richmond, VA | Educational | $250 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($23,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $121,528 | 21 |
| 2023 | $135,495 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349101666
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3855291
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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