The Givens Foundation
Historical FunderChesapeake, Virginia · EIN 54-2016468 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RANDI DUNLAP PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 1720 S MILITARY HIGHWAY, CHESAPEAKE VA 23320 |
| Phone | 7572334303 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION MUST BE IN WRITING AND APPLICANTS MUST BE QUALIFIED SECTION 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS. A COPY OF THE IRS LETTER DETERMINING CHARITABLE TAX-EXEMPT STATUS SHOULD BE ATTACHED. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED YEAR-ROUND |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE LIMITED TO QUALIFIED SECTION 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS |
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
16% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Foundation of Uva | Charlottesville, VA | To support the college of arts & sciences | $25,000 |
| Old Dominion Athletic Foundation | Norfolk, VA | To support the athletes | $25,000 |
| Chesapeake Regional Health Foundation | Chesapeake, VA | To support oncology capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Washington, DC | To support education and research | $5,000 |
| Priority Automotive Charities | Chesapeake, VA | Charity bowl silver sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | Charlottesville, VA | To support the athletes | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $87,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $167,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $7,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622109349100402
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-2016468
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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