Gerald and Paula Mcnichols Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyFredericksburg, Virginia · EIN 54-1973996 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
22% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah University Scholarship | Winchester, VA | Scholarship programs | $60,000 |
| Winchester Education Foundation | Winchester, VA | Patsy cline theater project | $50,000 |
| Stafford Regional Handbell Society | Fredericksburg, VA | Bells after school programs and scholarships | $25,000 |
| Step Va Inc | Fredericksburg, VA | Special needs musical programs | $20,000 |
| Liberty Ukraine Foundation | Austin, TX | Summer camp programs | $15,300 |
| Global Bronze Foundation | Fredericksburg, VA | Special needs handbell instruction | $10,200 |
| Museum of the Shenandoah Valley | Winchester, VA | Summer camp programs | $5,000 |
| Community Music School of the Piedm | Upperville, VA | Music education programs | $5,000 |
| Meek High School | Arley, AL | Education programs | $1,000 |
The return also lists 11 grants to individuals ($151,080). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $342,580 | 20 |
| 2024 | $249,700 | 19 |
| 2023 | $131,785 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632059349100018
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-1973996
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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