The Steven & Katherine Markel Foundation
Invitation OnlyRichmond, Virginia · EIN 20-5331849 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.2M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$52,398
Total assets$30M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $34,000 and $104,797.
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
0% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal | Richmond, VA | Charitable support | $731,209 |
| The Maymont Foundation | Richmond, VA | Charitable support | $104,797 |
| YWCA | Richmond, VA | Charitable support | $104,797 |
| The First Tee of Greater Richmond | Richmond, VA | Charitable support | $52,398 |
| The Virginia Home for Boys and Girls | Henrico, VA | Charitable support | $52,398 |
| Vpm | Richmond, VA | Charitable support | $52,398 |
| Sports Backers | Henrico, VA | Charitable support | $34,000 |
| Partnership for the Future | Glen Allen, VA | Charitable support | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,156,997 | 8 |
| 2024 | $1,090,391 | 8 |
| 2023 | $968,124 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600619349100850
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5331849
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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