Evelyn E and Richard J Gunst Foundation
Invitation OnlyRichmond, Virginia · EIN 54-1988873 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$52K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $9,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
85% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcathens | New York, NY | General funding | $10,000 |
| Jah Works Inc | Winston Salem, NC | General funding | $9,000 |
| Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project | Velarde, NM | General funding | $8,000 |
| The Tesfa Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General funding | $8,000 |
| Bear-Paw Regional Greenways | Northwood, NH | General funding | $6,000 |
| Matlacha Hookers | Matlacha, FL | General funding | $6,000 |
| Jacob's Ladder Inc | Urbana, VA | General funding | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $52,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $51,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $52,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611359349101296
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-1988873
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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