The Marie a Dornhecker Foundation
Historical FunderChesapeake, Virginia · EIN 54-1945504 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $3,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE MARIE A DORNHECKER FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 308 CEDAR LAKES DR, 2ND FLOOR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23322 |
| Phone | 7575479191 |
| Form and materials | COMPLETED APPLICATION, SCHOLARLY ESSAY & COLLEGE OR HIGH SCHOOL OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MAIL TO ORGANIZATION'S ADDRESS. |
| Deadlines | AUGUST 13, 2024 AND DECEMBER 14, 2024 |
| Restrictions | SCHOLARSHIPS ARE RESTRICTED TO STUDENTS ENROLLED IN A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY WHO ARE RESIDENTS OF HAMPTON ROADS AREA OF VIRGINIA, INCLUDING ALL CITIES AND COUNTIES WITHIN A SEVENTY-FIVE MILE RADIUS OF THE FOUNDATION'S PRINCIPAL ADDRESS. |
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
0% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Musical Theater | Virginia Beach, VA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Urban Discovery Ministries | Norfolk, VA | Donation | $3,500 |
| Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia | Norfolk, VA | Donation | $3,500 |
| Chesapeake Humane Society | Chesapeake, VA | Donation | $3,500 |
| Elijah House Academy | Richmond, VA | Donation | $3,500 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($24,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43,200 | 12 |
| 2023 | $44,200 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 4, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523089349100017
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-1945504
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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