Van Arman Foundation for Refugees Inc
Historical FunderMechanicsvlle, Virginia · EIN 92-2356506 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Donald Van Arman |
|---|---|
| Address | 9880 Honeybee Dr, 8990 Honeybee Dr, Mechanicsville VA 23116 |
| Phone | 8123613344 |
| djvanarman@gmail.com | |
| Form and materials | Credible explanation of need related to refugee status |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Reasonable explanation and justification of need is needed. |
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
75% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Catholic Charities | Richmond, VA | General support for refugee operations | $2,500 |
| Cnewa | Richmond, AL | Support of Refugees | $1,500 |
| Church of Redeemer | Mechanicsville, AL | Donation for Haiti fund | $1,000 |
| Bloomington Refugee Support Network | Bloomington, AL | General support for refugees | $1,000 |
| Sisters Project | Peru, PE | General support | $10 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($7,589). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,599 | 10 |
| 2024 | $15,811 | 5 |
| 2023 | $7,154 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600839349100600
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-2356506
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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