D E Pardue Sr Foundation
Historical FunderGalax, Virginia · EIN 85-0818538 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RICHARD S PARDUE |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 968, GALAX VA 24333 |
| Phone | 5408941091 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIAL FORMAT |
| 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
32% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Pardue Adult Day Care Center | N Wilkesboro, NC | General operating fund | $100,000 |
| Wilkes Community College | Wilkesboro, NC | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Galax Volunteer Fire Department | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Five-O-'S Tiki Foundation | Hanover, VA | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| St Jude's Children Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Richmond Childen's Hospital | Richmond, VA | General operating fund | $20,000 |
| Food Independence | Independence, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Joy Ranch | Hillsville, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Galax Foundation for Excellence in Education | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Kiddie Kingdom | Ashland, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Arc of Hanover | Ashland, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Berea Baptist Church | Rockville, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Friends of Full Pocket Farm | Montpelier, VA | General operating fund | $15,000 |
| Jacob's Chance | Richmond, VA | General operating fund | $12,000 |
| Roof Top of Virgnia | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| God's Pit Crew | Danville, VA | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Bridgewater College | Bridgewater, VA | Athletic program softball | $10,000 |
| Baywood Rescue Squad | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $5,250 |
| Health Foundation Inc | N Wilkesboro, NC | General operatng fund | $5,000 |
| Independence Fire Department | Independence, VA | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Gayton Baptist Church | Henrico, VA | Couples mission | $5,000 |
| Twin Counties Humane Society | Hillsville, VA | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Chestnut Creek School of the Arts | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Renew Ministry | Chattanooga, TN | General operating fund | $5,000 |
| Bridgewater College | Bridgewater, VA | Education dept | $5,000 |
| Hanover Education Foundation | Ashland, VA | Lacrosse program | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Library Gayson County | Independence, VA | General operating fund | $4,000 |
| Junior Appalacian Music Jam | Independence, VA | General operation fund | $4,000 |
| Soldiers Angels | San Antonio, TX | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Fisher House | Baltimore, MD | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Eod Warrior Foundation | Niceville, FL | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Grayson Carroll Galax Animal Rescue | Galax, VA | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Hanover Arts and Activity Center | Ashland, VA | General operating fund | $3,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Tulsa, OK | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Topeka, KS | General operating fund | $1,500 |
| America's Vet Dogs | Smithtown, NY | General operating fund | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $445,250 | 37 |
| 2024 | $365,000 | 32 |
| 2023 | $355,000 | 33 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601429349101000
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-0818538
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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