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William S. Abell Foundation, Inc.(formerly Charles S. Abell Foundation, Inc.)8401 Connecticut Ave., Ste. 1204Chevy Chase, MD 20815-5821Telephone: (301) 652-2224Contact: Carol Doolan, Exec. Dir.Fax: (301) 652-9173E-mail: [email protected]: www.williamsabellfoundation.orgCounty: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $83,612,797; Total giving: $2,864,984EIN: 521435573990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Last Updated: 2/19/2008

Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.William S. Abell‡Patricia O'Callaghan Abell‡

BackgroundEstablished in 1985 in MD.At the close of 2006, the market value of the foundation's assets totaled $83.6 million, a 10 percent increase over the 2005value ($75.7 million)

LimitationsGiving primarily in Washington, DC, and five nearby counties in MD.No support for organizations sponsoring or referring for abortion; or for national touring companies, even forperformances in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area.No grants to individuals, or for capital or endowment campaigns, multi-year grants, grants in consecutive calendar years,or for the construction or improvement of buildings.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe focus of the foundation is aiding the hungry, the mentally retarded, the homeless, abused women and children, andhelping needy pregnant women in delivering and caring for their infants. The Foundation ordinarily will make grants toshelters and transitional housing, but not for permanent housing.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Margaret Abell Powell Fund

Fields of InterestSubjectsCrime/violence prevention, abuse prevention

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Crime/violence prevention, child abuseFood servicesHomeless, human servicesHuman servicesPerforming arts, balletPerforming arts, theaterWomen, centers/servicesPopulation GroupsHomelessMentally disabledWomen

Geographic FocusDistrict of ColumbiaMaryland

Types of SupportGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportProgram development

PublicationsAnnual reportApplication guidelinesGrants list

Application InformationProposal guidelines and Abortion Counseling Disclosure form available on foundation Web site.Application form not required.Initial approach: 2-page proposalCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Mar., June, Sept., and Dec.Deadline(s): Jan. 15, Apr. 15, July 15, and Oct. 15Final notification: 2 weeks after board meeting

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Christopher S. Abell,* ChairpersonW. Shepherdson Abell,* PresidentElaine Abell Nurmi, Vice PresidentAnthony F. Abell,* Secretary-TreasurerCarol Doolan, Executive DirectorAlicia M. AbellGregory T. AbellKevin O'Callaghan AbellNancy Elbin AbellMary Kathryn NolanThomas D. Nurmi

Number of Staff1 part-time professional


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1 part-time support2 shared staff (shared with CSG Foundation, Inc.)

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsGrantmakers In the Arts

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $83,612,797 (market value)Gifts received: $18,878Expenditures: $4,542,823Total giving: $2,864,984Qualifying distributions: $3,077,636Giving activities include:$2,864,984 for 95 grants (high: $298,458; low: $250; average: $10,000-$75,000)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2004:$55,000 to Saint Lukes House, Bethesda, MD, payable over 1 year.$47,600 to Rockville Pregnancy Center, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$42,000 to Community Ministry of Prince Georges County, Seat Pleasant, MD, payable over 1 year.$41,000 to Samaritan Inns, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to House of Ruth, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Shakespeare Theater, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Washington Ballet, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$35,000 to Dance Institute of Washington, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$30,000 to Little Blue House, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Gospel Rescue Ministries of Washington, DC, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Herb Block Foundation1730 M St. N.W., Ste. 901Washington, DC 20036-4509Telephone: (202) 223-8801Fax: (202) 223-8804E-mail: [email protected]: www.herbblockfoundation.org/County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 9/30/06): Assets: $62,126,799; Total giving: $1,429,656EIN: 260008276990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002



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Additional Contact InformationScholarship information contact: Scholarship and Recognition Programs office, (609) 771-7878 (Princeton, NJ)

Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Herbert L. Block‡

BackgroundEstablished in 2001 in DC and VA.

LimitationsGiving limited for the benefit of the greater metropolitan Washington, DC, region, including Montgomery and PrinceGeorge's counties, MD, and the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, and the city of Alexandria, VA. Applicants for theDefending Basic Freedoms Program and the Encouraging Citizen Involvement Program may be located in or provideservices in areas outside the District of Columbia region.No support for sectarian religious purposes.No grants for capital or endowment programs.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation is committed to defending the basic freedoms guaranteed to all Americans, combating all forms ofdiscrimination and prejudice, and improving the conditions of the poor and underprivileged through the creation orsupport of charitable and educational programs with the same goals. It is also committed to providing educationalopportunity to deserving students through post-secondary education scholarships, and to promoting editorial cartooningthrough continued research.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Defending FreedomsEncouraging Citizen InvolvementPathways Out of PovertyScholarship Program

Fields of InterestSubjectsAdult education--literacy, basic skills & GEDCivil/human rightsCivil liberties, advocacyCivil liberties, first amendmentEducationEmployment, servicesPublic affairs, citizen participationScholarships/financial aidYouth developmentPopulation GroupsEconomically disadvantaged

Geographic FocusDistrict of ColumbiaMarylandVirginia


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Types of SupportCurriculum developmentEmergency fundsGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentProgram evaluation

PublicationsGrants listInformational brochureProgram policy statement

Application InformationThe foundation uses Washington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application Form. See foundation Web site for fullapplication information, including grant program cycles, application timelines, and eligibility requirements.Application form required.Initial approach: Letter of inquiry; submit proposals upon foundation invitation onlyCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Jan., May, and late Sept.Deadline(s): Check foundation Web site for application deadlinesFinal notification: Approximately 4 weeks

Officers and Executive CommitteeNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Frank Swoboda,* PresidentSarah Armstrong,* SecretaryRobin Meszoly,* TreasurerJean J. Rickard,* Executive DirectorMarcela BraneAthelia KnightClarence Page

DirectorsJane AsherRobert AsherLynda BonieskieRaymond BonieskieLaura HutchisonHaynes JohnsonDonna McNultyJill StanleyLaurie StrayerRoger Wilkins

Number of Staff4 full-time professional1 part-time professional

Memberships


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Regional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsCenter for Nonprofit Advancement

Financial DataYear ended 9/30/06:Assets: $62,126,799 (market value)Expenditures: $2,518,589Total giving: $1,429,656Qualifying distributions: $2,385,017Giving activities include:$1,429,656 for 96 grants (high: $25,000; low: $500)Estimated financial data for year ending 9/30/08:Assets: $68,000,000Grants: $25,000,000

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2007:$25,000 to Advocates for Youth, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to American Civil Liberties Union, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Coalition to Stop Gun Violence, Washington, DC. For Education Fund to Stop Violence, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Committee to Protect Journalists, New York, NY.$25,000 to Human Rights First, Washington, DC.$25,000 to Institute for Policy Studies, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Legal Aid Justice Center, Charlottesville, VA. For VA Justice Center for Farm and Immigrant Workers,payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Sentencing Project, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Womens Commission for Refugee Women and Children, New York, NY, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Center for Campus Free Speech, Boston, MA, payable over 1 year.

The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation1825 K St. N.W., Ste. 1400Washington, DC 20006-1202Telephone: (202) 223-3100Fax: (202) 296-7567E-mail: [email protected]: www.cafritzfoundation.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 4/30/06): Assets: $478,121,965; Total giving: $12,762,065EIN: 526036989990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002


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Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Morris Cafritz‡Gwendolyn D. Cafritz‡

BackgroundIncorporated in 1948 in DC.The foundation is the legacy of Morris Cafritz, one of Washington's leading commercial and residential real estatebuilders from the early 1920's to the mid-1960's. He established the foundation in 1948. His wife, Gwendolyn, was Pres.of the foundation from 1964 to 1988.

LimitationsGiving limited to the Washington, DC, area and the immediate surrounding counties in MD and VA, specifically PrinceGeorge and Montgomery counties, MD, and Arlington and Fairfax counties, and the city of Alexandria, VA.No grants to individuals, or for emergency funds, deficit financing, capital, endowment, or building funds, demonstrationprojects, or conferences; no loans.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation is committed to building a stronger community for residents of the Washington, D.C. area through supportof programs in arts and humanities, community services, education, and health.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Matching Gifts

Fields of InterestSubjectsAIDSAIDS researchAdult/continuing educationAdult education--literacy, basic skills & GEDAging, centers/servicesArtsChild development, educationChild development, servicesChildren/youth, servicesCivil/human rightsCivil/human rights, agingCivil/human rights, immigrantsCivil/human rights, minoritiesCivil/human rights, womenCivil liberties, reproductive rightsCommunity/economic developmentCrime/law enforcementEducation, associationEducation, early childhood educationElementary school/educationEnvironmentEnvironment, natural resourcesFamily servicesHealth careHealth organizations


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Higher educationHomeless, human servicesHousing/shelter, developmentHuman servicesMedical care, rehabilitationMedical school/educationMental health/crisis servicesMuseumsPerforming artsPerforming arts, dancePerforming arts, musicPerforming arts, theaterReproductive health, family planningResidential/custodial care, hospicesSecondary school/educationSubstance abuse, servicesVoluntarism promotionWomen, centers/servicesPopulation GroupsAIDS, people withAfrican Americans/BlacksAgingAsians/Pacific IslandersDisabilities, people withEconomically disadvantagedHispanics/LatinosHomelessImmigrants/refugeesMinoritiesWomen


Types of SupportEmployee matching giftsGeneral/operating supportManagement development/capacity buildingMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentScholarship fundsTechnical assistance

PublicationsAnnual reportApplication guidelinesGrants list

Application Information


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The foundation requires that all organizations use the Washington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application. Proposalsmay not be submitted via fax or e-mail.Application form required.Initial approach: ProposalCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Generally 3 to 9 months after deadline datesDeadline(s): Mar. 1, July 1, and Nov. 1Final notification: 6 to 9 months

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Calvin Cafritz,* Chairperson, Chief Executive Officer and PresidentDaniel J. Callahan, III,* Vice-Chairperson and TreasurerEd McGeogh, Vice President, Asset ManagementRose Ann Cleveland, Executive DirectorTerence C. GoldenEarl A. Powell, IIIAlice M. RivlinGuy T. Steuart, II

Advisory BoardAnne AllenAnthony W. CafritzElliot S. CafritzJane Lipton CafritzKate D. ClarkCarolyn J. DeaverHon. Robert W. DeumlingHon. Constance A. MorellaRobert PeckElizabeth M. PeltekianJulia Sparkman Shepard

Number of Staff14 unspecified staff

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsGrantmakers In the Arts

Financial DataYear ended 4/30/06:Assets: $478,121,965 (market value)Expenditures: $32,631,166Total giving: $12,762,065Qualifying distributions: $14,762,725Giving activities include:$12,651,871 for 463 grants (high: $250,000; low: $2,500; average: $5,000-$100,000)$110,194 for 62 employee matching gifts


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Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$3,000,000 to Montgomery Community College Foundation, Rockville, MD. For Cafritz Art Center on Takoma ParkCampus, payable over 5 years.$1,000,000 to District of Columbia Primary Care Association, Washington, DC. For general support of Medical HomesDC project, payable over 3 years.$1,000,000 to Phillips Collection, Washington, DC. For Fulfilling the Vision campaign to expand the museum and createCenter for Studies in Modern Art, payable over 3 years.$500,000 to Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter High School, Washington, DC. For general support and move tonew facility, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Building Bridges Across the River, Washington, DC. For general support, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to DC Education Compact, Washington, DC. For launch of National Board Certification of DC Public SchoolTeachers, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Easter Seal Society for Disabled Children and Adults, Washington, DC. For Child Development Center,payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Unity Health Care, Washington, DC. For Community Health Promoters Program, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Metropolitan-Delta Adult Literacy Council, Washington, DC. For general support, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to PEN/Faulkner Foundation, Washington, DC. For general support for salary of Writers in Schools Coordinator,payable over 1 year.

The Case Foundation(formerly The Stephen Case Foundation)1717 Rhode Island Ave. N.W., 7th Fl.Washington, DC 20036-3023Telephone: (202) 467-5788Contact: Ben Binswanger, C.O.O.Fax: (202) 775-8513E-mail: [email protected]: www.casefoundation.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $16,282,031; Total giving: $5,775,632EIN: 541848791990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Stephen M. CaseJean N. Case

BackgroundEstablished in 1997 in VA.The foundation was established by Jean and Steve Case, co-founder of America Online.At the close of 2006, the market value of the foundation's assets totaled $16.2 million, a 30 percent decrease from the2005 value ($23.4 million)


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LimitationsGiving in the U.S. and abroad.No grants to individuals.

Purpose and ActivitiesGiving to achieve sustainable solutions to complex social problems by investing in collaboration, leadership, andentrepreneurship. Supports individuals and organizations that have the strategy, leadership, and commitment to makepositive, widespread social change. The foundation seeks to meet the needs of families and children in poverty; createthriving and sustainable economic development for communities; bridge cultural and religious divides; expand civicengagement and volunteerism; and accelerate innovative approaches to health care.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Make it Your Own Awards

Fields of InterestSubjectsCommunity/economic developmentEducationEngineering/technologyHealth careYouth development, servicesInternational InterestsGlobal programs

Geographic FocusNational; international

Application InformationContributes only to pre-selected organizations except for the Make it Your Own grants program. Please see foundationWeb site for additional information.

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Stephen M. Case,* ChairpersonJean N. Case,* Chief Executive OfficerBen Binswanger, Chief Operating OfficerNancy Murphy, Sr. Vice President, Social InvestChristine Fanning, Vice President, PartnershipsErich Brokas, Vice President Business DevelopmentRich D'Amato, Vice President CommunicationsBrian Sasscer, Sr., Vice President, Interactive Strategies

Number of Staff2 full-time professional1 part-time professional3 full-time support1 part-time support

Memberships


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Regional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsAssociation of Small FoundationsGrantmakers for Effective OrganizationsPhilanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE)Associations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsCouncil on Foundations

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $16,282,031 (market value)Gifts received: $100,000Expenditures: $9,456,280Total giving: $5,775,632Qualifying distributions: $9,389,493Giving activities include:$5,775,632 for 54 grants (high: $1,310,000; low: $500; average: $25,000-$100,000)$250,000 for 1 loan/program-related investment

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$1,000,000 to Roundabout Outdoor, Johannesburg, South Africa, payable over 1 year.$375,000 to Hawaii Community Foundation, Honolulu, HI, payable over 1 year.$334,080 to City Year DC, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$300,000 to Millennium Promise Alliance, New York, NY, payable over 1 year.$170,000 to Points of Light Foundation, Washington, DC. For technology to help nonprofits raise money on eBay,payable over 1 year.$100,000 to EARTH University Foundation, Atlanta, GA, payable over 1 year.$48,748 to Roundabout Outdoor, Johannesburg, South Africa. For in-kind gifts, payable over 1 year.$28,585 to Americas Promise - The Alliance for Youth, Alexandria, VA. For in-kind gift, payable over 1 year.$21,865 to Hawaii Alliance for Community-Based Economic Development, Honolulu, HI. For in-kind gift of consulting,payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Clark-Winchcole Foundation3 Bethesda Metro Ctr., Ste. 550Bethesda, MD 20814-5358Telephone: (301) 654-3607Contact: Vincent C. Burke, III, Pres.County: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $124,485,317; Total giving: $4,719,852EIN: 526058340990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001



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Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Dorothy C. Winchcole‡Elizabeth G. Clark‡

BackgroundEstablished in 1964 in DC.At the close of 2006, the market value of the foundation's assets totaled $124.4 million, a 12 percent increase over the2005 vlaue ($110 million)

LimitationsGiving primarily in the Washington, DC, area.No support for private foundations.No grants to individuals.

Purpose and ActivitiesEmphasis on higher education, hospitals, health agencies, cultural programs, social service and youth agencies, aid to thehandicapped, and Protestant church support.

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsHealth careHigher educationHospitals (general)Human servicesProtestant agencies & churchesYouth, servicesPopulation GroupsDisabilities, people with

Geographic FocusDistrict of Columbia

Types of SupportBuilding/renovationGeneral/operating support

Application InformationApplication form required.Initial approach: ApplicationDeadline(s): None

OfficersVincent C. Burke, III, Chairperson and PresidentGrover B. Russell, Vice PresidentThomas C. Thompson, Jr., Vice PresidentGregory Oyler, SecretaryW. Craig Thompson, TreasurerSteve Ferrigno, Executive Director


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TrusteeVincent C. Burke, Jr.

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $124,485,317 (market value)Expenditures: $6,163,760Total giving: $4,719,852Qualifying distributions: $5,058,669Giving activities include:$4,719,852 for 227 grants (high: $175,000; low: $2,000; average: $5,000-$50,000)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$400,000 to Archdiocese of Washington, Baltimore, MD. For elementary and secondary school education scholarshipfunds, payable over 1 year.$200,000 to Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, Vienna, VA. For Center for Education and annual fund,payable over 1 year.$125,000 to Gallaudet University, Washington, DC. For construction of Language Communication Center, payable over 1year.$100,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, Silver Spring, MD. For general operating support, payable over1 year.$100,000 to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, Washington, DC. For DC-area community supportservices centers, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Georgetown Preparatory School, Rockville, MD. For Vision Capital Campaign for scholarships, payable over1 year.$20,000 to Lab School of Washington, Washington, DC. For general operating support, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Fishing School, Washington, DC. For after-school and summer programs for children in northeast DC, payableover 1 year.$10,000 to Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area, Washington, DC. For Earthkeeping, youth developmentprogram, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Washington Chorus, Washington, DC. For general operating support, payable over 1 year.

Naomi and Nehemiah Cohen FoundationP.O. Box 30100Bethesda, MD 20824-0639Telephone: (301) 652-2230Contact: Alison McWilliams, Exec. Dir.Fax: (301) 652-2260E-mail: [email protected]: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $84,337,228; Total giving: $4,644,500EIN: 201135004990-PF: 2006 2005


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Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Emanuel Cohen‡N.M. Cohen‡Naomi Cohen‡Israel Cohen‡Daniel SolomonLillian Cohen Solomon‡David SolomonStuart BrownDr. Diane Solomon Brown

BackgroundIncorporated in 1959 in DC.

LimitationsGiving primarily in Washington, DC, and Israel.No grants to individuals.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe focus of the foundation is on human services, health care and civic affairs in Washington, DC, and Jewish-Arabco-existence and civil rights in Israel.

Fields of InterestSubjectsCivil/human rightsCommunity/economic developmentEnvironmentHuman servicesInternational human rightsYouth developmentInternational InterestsIsrael


Types of SupportAnnual campaignsBuilding/renovationCapital campaignsGeneral/operating supportProgram evaluation

PublicationsApplication guidelinesGrants list


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Application InformationWashington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application is accepted but not required.Application form not required.Initial approach: Letter of intentCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): QuarterlyDeadline(s): Quarterly

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Daniel Solomon,* PresidentJane Solomon, Vice PresidentStuart Brown, TreasurerAlison McWilliams, Executive DirectorDr. Diane Solomon Brown

Number of Staff1 full-time professional1 part-time support1 shared staff (shared with Woodbury Fund, Inc.)

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsJewish Funders Network

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $84,337,228 (market value)Gifts received: $46,641Expenditures: $5,247,487Total giving: $4,644,500Qualifying distributions: $4,892,821Giving activities include:$4,644,500 for 116 grants (high: $440,000; low: $2,500; average: $10,000-$100,000)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$250,000 to Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD.$100,000 to Americans for Peace Now, Washington, DC.$100,000 to Hand in Hand, Jerusalem, Israel.$100,000 to NatureServe, Arlington, VA.$100,000 to Project Vote/Voting for America, Washington, DC.$85,000 to Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Washington, DC.$70,000 to Jewish Social Service Agency, Rockville, MD.$60,000 to American Supporters of YEDID, New York, NY.$30,000 to Cornerstone, Washington, DC.$25,000 to New England Grassroots Environment Fund, Montpelier, VT.


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Commonweal Foundation, Inc.10770 Columbia Pike, Ste. 150Silver Spring, MD 20901-4451Telephone: (240) 450-0000Contact: Carole Prest, Exec. Dir.Fax: (240) 450-4115E-mail: [email protected]: www.commonweal-foundation.orgCounty: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Operating foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 6/30/06): Assets: $90,774,548; Total giving: $3,442,324EIN: 237000192990-PF: 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Additional Contact InformationAdditional e-mail: [email protected]

Donor(s)Stewart Bainum, Sr.

BackgroundEstablished in 1968 in Washington, DC.

LimitationsGiving limited to Washington, DC, MD, and northern VA.No grants to individuals, or for endowments or building funds.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation supports educational programs and projects assisting disadvantaged youth. It focuses on secondary, and toa lesser extent, elementary education. The foundation also considers grants for educational research, and to a limitedextent, health care.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Learning Disabilities Support ProgramPartners in LearningPathways to Success

Fields of InterestSubjectsChild development, educationChild development, servicesChildren/youth, servicesElementary school/education


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Human servicesSecondary school/educationPopulation GroupsMinorities


Types of SupportContinuing supportGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentScholarship fundsSeed money

PublicationsApplication guidelinesGrants listProgram policy statement

Application InformationWashington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application Form accepted and can be downloaded via foundation web site;Organizations with operating budget above 1 million will not be considered for funding.Application form not required.Initial approach: Telephone for initial screeningCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): June and Dec.Deadline(s): Aug. 1 and Mar. 1Final notification: 4 to 6 weeks after deadline

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Stewart Bainum, Sr.,* ChairpersonBarbara Bainum,* PresidentCarole Prest, Executive DirectorBruce BainumRoberta BainumScott RenschlerChristine A. Shreve

Number of Staff11 full-time professional4 full-time support

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAssociations and Other Philanthropic Organizations


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The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington

Financial DataYear ended 6/30/06:Assets: $90,774,548 (market value)Gifts received: $1,170,051Expenditures: $9,944,711Total giving: $3,442,324Qualifying distributions: $8,644,824Giving activities include:$3,116,924 for 123 grants (high: $500,000; low: $371)$325,400 for 24 employee matching gifts$6,000,854 for 4 foundation-administered programs

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$60,000 to American Indian College Fund, Denver, CO, payable over 1 year.$50,075 to Capital Partners for Education, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Pauls Place, Baltimore, MD, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Hope Village, Baltimore, MD, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Lawyers for Children America, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Little Lights Urban Ministries, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Teaching for Change, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to City Gate, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to City at Peace, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Good Samaritan Foundation, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region(formerly The Foundation for the National Capital Region)1201 15th St. N.W., Ste. 420Washington, DC 20005-2842Telephone: (202) 955-5890Contact: Terri Lee Freeman, Pres.; For grant applications: Alicia Reid, Grants Mgr.Fax: (202) 955-8084E-mail: [email protected]: www.cfncr.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Community foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 3/31/07): Assets: $355,962,950; Total giving: $95,704,049EIN: 237343119990: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002


Additional Contact InformationTel. for grant applications: (202) 955-5890, ext. 119; E-mail for grant applications: [email protected]


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LimitationsGiving limited to the Washington, DC, Prince George's and Montgomery counties, MD, and northern VA.No grants to individuals, or from discretionary funds for annual campaigns, endowment funds, equipment, landacquisition, renovation projects, operating budgets, or matching gifts.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation exists to foster a culture of giving in the diverse and dynamic community comprising Washington, DC,and nearby MD and VA. Through its programs and discretionary grants, the foundation works to build philanthropiccapital dedicated to improving the region's quality of life, to strengthen the region's nonprofit organizations and improvetheir financial stability, and to fund projects and experiments offering new solutions to community needs.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:ArtsBridging DifferencesYouth Development

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsChildren/youth, servicesCivil/human rights, advocacyCommunity/economic developmentEducationElementary/secondary educationEnvironmentHealth careHealth organizations, associationHousing/shelterHuman servicesNonprofit managementYouth development, servicesPopulation GroupsAging


Types of SupportGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentProgram evaluationTechnical assistance

Publications


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Annual reportApplication guidelinesFinancial statementProgram policy statement

Application InformationVisit foundation Web site for application forms, deadlines, and guidelines.Application form required.Initial approach: Contact foundationCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): QuarterlyDeadline(s): Varies

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.M. Charito Kruvant,* ChairpersonDaniel K. Mayers,* Vice-ChairpersonTerri Lee Freeman,* PresidentKathy A. Whelpley, Sr. Vice President, Strategic Planning, Governance and Special ProjectsAngela Jones Hackley, Vice President, Community InvestmentAlex Orfinger,* SecretaryMark Hansen, Chief Financial OfficerDavid M. Bradt, Jr.,* TreasurerR. Robert Linowes, EmeritusVictoria P. Sant, EmeritusLarry D. BaileyArtis Hampshire CowanCarol Thompson ColeDr. Charlene Drew JarvisJonathan SilverNeal J.B. SimonPete SmithRichard W. SnowdonEugene SteuerleClarice Dibble WalkerAnn Wexler

Number of Staff20 full-time professional2 part-time professional2 full-time support1 part-time support

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsBlack Philanthropic AllianceCouncil on FoundationsGrantmakers In the ArtsGrantmakers for Education


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Independent SectorNeighborhood Funders GroupAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsThe Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington

Financial DataYear ended 3/31/07:Assets: $355,962,950 (market value)Gifts received: $93,025,940Expenditures: $101,070,323Total giving: $95,704,049Giving activities include:$95,704,049 for grants

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2007:$2,020,519 to George Bush Presidential Library Foundation, College Station, TX.$989,991 to Northern Virginia Family Service, Oakton, VA.$987,534 to JK Group, Plainsboro, NJ.$520,000 to Network for Instructional Television, Reston, VA.$500,000 to Homes for Working Families, Washington, DC.$48,400 to N Street Village, Washington, DC.$48,000 to Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, Greensboro, NC.$27,500 to Georgetown Childrens House Endowment to Promote Quality Early Childhood Education, Washington, DC.$25,000 to DC Alliance of Youth Advocates, Washington, DC.$20,000 to Transformer, Washington, DC.

The Charles Delmar Foundation5205 Leesburg Pike, Ste. 209Falls Church, VA 22041-3858County: FairfaxMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $9,359,507; Total giving: $429,000EIN: 526035345990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000


Additional Contact InformationApplication address: 5203 Leesburg Pike, No. 1304 Falls Church, VA 22041-3401

Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Charles Delmar‡Roland H. Delmar‡


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Elizabeth A. Delmar‡Mareen D. Hughes

BackgroundEstablished in 1957 in DC.

LimitationsGiving primarily in the Washington, DC area.No grants to individuals, or for building or endowment funds, or matching gifts; no loans.

Purpose and ActivitiesSpecial interests include inter-American studies, higher, secondary, elementary, and other education, underprivilegedyouth, the disadvantaged, the aged, the homeless and housing issues, general welfare organizations, and fine andperforming arts.

Fields of InterestSubjectsCatholic agencies & churchesChildren/youth, servicesEnvironment, natural resourcesHealth organizations, associationHigher educationHospitals (general)Human servicesPerforming artsProtestant agencies & churchesSecondary school/educationInternational InterestsLatin AmericaPopulation GroupsAgingDisabilities, people withEconomically disadvantagedHomelessNative Americans/American Indians


Types of SupportAnnual campaignsCapital campaignsConferences/seminarsContinuing supportInternship fundsScholarship fundsSeed money

Application InformationApplication form not required.Initial approach: Letter


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Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): As requiredDeadline(s): None

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Mareen D. Hughes,* PresidentR. Bruce Hughes,* Secretary-Treasurer

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $9,359,507 (market value)Expenditures: $455,067Total giving: $429,000Qualifying distributions: $437,584Giving activities include:$429,000 for 177 grants (high: $9,000; low: $500)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$9,000 to College of Wooster, Wooster, OH. For general support, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Pan American Development Foundation, Washington, DC. For environmental operations, payable over 1 year.$4,000 to James River Association, Mechanicsville, VA. For general support, payable over 1 year.

The Dimick Foundation3000 K. St., N.W., Ste. 500Washington, DC 20007-5109Telephone: (202) 672-5511Contact: John M. Lynham, Jr., Tr.E-mail: [email protected]: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $7,808,054; Total giving: $438,500EIN: 526038149990-PF: 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.John Dimick‡Marion T. Dimick‡


Limitations


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Giving primarily in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area, including portions of MD and VA.No support for propaganda or lobbying organizations.No grants to individuals.

Purpose and ActivitiesEmphasis on cultural programs, especially music and other performing arts groups; support also for social services andyouth clubs.

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsChildren/youth, servicesHuman servicesPerforming artsPerforming arts, musicYouth development


Types of SupportAnnual campaignsContinuing supportGeneral/operating support

PublicationsApplication guidelinesFinancial statementGrants list

Application InformationApplication form not required.Initial approach: LetterCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): May and Nov.Deadline(s): About 8 weeks prior to meetingsFinal notification: Shortly after board meetings

TrusteesNancy JohnsonMichelle Riley LevensonJohn M. Lynham, Jr.

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $7,808,054 (market value)Expenditures: $557,143Total giving: $438,500Qualifying distributions: $438,500


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Giving activities include:$438,500 for grants

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$30,000 to Christmas Pageant of Peace, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Washington Performing Arts Society, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Round House Theater, Bethesda, MD, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Washington Animal Rescue League, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Everybody Wins DC, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Iona Senior Services, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Metropolitan Washington Ear, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Sarahs Circle, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Turning the Page, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$3,000 to Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

The Samuel R. Dweck Foundation1730 M St. N.W., Ste. 408Washington, DC 20036-4569Telephone: (202) 296-0360County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $11,807,365; Total giving: $948,528EIN: 526060826990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Samuel R. DweckMorris DweckRalph DweckRena DweckAboud DweckSusan Dweck


LimitationsGiving primarily in Washington, DC, MD, and NY.

Purpose and ActivitiesGiving primarily to Jewish organizations, including federated giving programs, congregations, yeshivas, and othercommunity groups.

Fields of Interest


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SubjectsChildren/youth, servicesHealth organizations, associationHigher educationHuman servicesJewish agencies & templesJewish federated giving programsSecondary school/education

Geographic FocusDistrict of ColumbiaMarylandNew York

Application InformationApplication form not required.Deadline(s): None

DirectorsMorris DweckRalph DweckRena Dweck

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $11,807,365 (market value)Expenditures: $1,044,969Total giving: $948,528Qualifying distributions: $948,528Giving activities include:$948,528 for 74 grants (high: $330,100; low: $100)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$330,100 to Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$330,100 to Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$54,900 to Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$54,900 to Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$33,382 to Bnai Israel Congregation, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$27,000 to American Friends of the Hebrew University, New York, NY, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Jewish Social Service Agency, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Alexander Muss High School in Israel, Israel, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Jewish Foundation for Group Homes, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$1,000 to Marthas Vineyard Hospital, Oak Bluffs, MA, payable over 1 year.

John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation4340 East-West Hwy., Ste. 206Bethesda, MD 20814-4467Telephone: (301) 654-2700Contact: Richard H. Lee, Pres.


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Fax: (301) 654-6700URL: foundationcenter.org/grantmaker/fowler/County: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $26,051,991; Total giving: $950,000EIN: 516019469990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Pearl Gunn Fowler‡

BackgroundIncorporated in 1964 in DE.The foundation was created by Pearl Gunn Fowler in memory of her late husband, John Edward Fowler, who was abanker and businessman in northern VA.

LimitationsGiving limited to the Washington, DC, Beltway area, including nearby suburbs in MD and VA.No support for agencies principally funded by local, state or federal government sources or national health organizations.No grants to individuals or for medical research programs; no loans.

Purpose and ActivitiesPrimary areas of interest include the disadvantaged, with emphasis on the homeless, housing, and youth education. Givingprimarily to small community service organizations with little public funding, especially for programs that benefitchildren and youth; support also for social service agencies, literacy programs, and programs that help the elderlymaintain their independence.

Fields of InterestSubjectsAdult education--literacy, basic skills & GEDAging, centers/servicesChild development, educationChild development, servicesChildren/youth, servicesEducation, readingFood servicesHomeless, human servicesHousing/shelter, developmentHuman servicesPopulation GroupsAfrican Americans/BlacksAgingEconomically disadvantagedHispanics/LatinosHomeless


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Immigrants/refugees


Types of SupportBuilding/renovationCapital campaignsConsulting servicesEquipmentGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge support


Application InformationWashington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application Form accepted, but not required. Application form and applicationguidelines available on foundation web site.Application form required.Initial approach: Telephone call requesting application form and guidelines. Do not send letters of inquiryCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): PeriodicallyDeadline(s): NoneFinal notification: Approximately 6 months

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Richard H. Lee,* PresidentMichael P. Bentzen,* SecretaryJeffery P. Capron,* Treasurer

Number of Staff1 part-time professional1 shared staff (shared with Porter Family Charitable Foundation, Inc.)

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsAssociation of Small Foundations

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $26,051,991 (market value)Expenditures: $1,280,289Total giving: $950,000Qualifying distributions: $1,115,884


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Giving activities include:$950,000 for 78 grants (high: $60,000; low: $1,000)Estimated financial data for year ending 12/30/07:Assets: $26,000,000Grants: $900,000

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$60,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.$35,000 to Building Bridges Across the River, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Bread for the City, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Capital Area Food Bank, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Center for Inspired Teaching, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Carpenters Shelter, Alexandria, VA, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Live It Learn It, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Freddie Mac Foundation8250 Jones Branch Dr., M.S. A-40McLean, VA 22102-3110Telephone: (703) 918-8888Contact: Tia Waller-Pryde, Mgr.Fax: (703) 918-8895E-mail: [email protected]: www.freddiemacfoundation.orgCounty: FairfaxMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Company-sponsored foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $214,833,217; Total giving: $19,671,509EIN: 541573760990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.

BackgroundEstablished in 1991 in VA.

LimitationsGiving primarily in the metropolitan Washington, DC, area, with emphasis on Washington, DC, Charles, Frederick,Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's counties, MD, and Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, FallsChurch, Leesburg, Loudoun County, Manassas Park, and Prince William County, VA; giving also to statewideorganizations in MD and VA and national organizations.No support for discriminatory organizations.No grants to individuals, or for training in or promotion of religious doctrine, debt reduction, or endowments.

Purpose and Activities


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The foundation supports organizations involved with elementary and secondary education, child abuse prevention,housing, youth development, children, and families.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Children and Families in CrisisEarly Years--Birth to Six Years OldElementary School Years--6 to 12 Years OldEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramJunior High and High School Years--12 to 18 Years OldPublic Awareness and Education

Fields of InterestSubjectsChild development, servicesChildren, day careChildren, foster careChildren, servicesCrime/violence prevention, child abuseElementary school/educationFamily servicesFamily services, parent educationHousing/shelterHuman services, public educationSecondary school/educationYouth developmentYouth development, adult & child programs


Types of SupportCapital campaignsConferences/seminarsConsulting servicesContinuing supportEmployee matching giftsEmployee volunteer servicesGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentProgram evaluationPublicationResearchSeed moneyTechnical assistance

PublicationsAnnual reportApplication guidelines


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Grants listInformational brochure

Application InformationApplication form required.Initial approach: Complete online application formBoard meeting date(s): 1st Thurs. in Mar., June, Sept., and Dec.Deadline(s): Mar. 5 and Sept. 5Final notification: May 15 and Nov. 15

Officer and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Ralph F. Boyd, Jr.,* ChairpersonMichelle EnglerPeter FedericoRonald F. PoeDwight P. RobinsonRichard F. SyronClarice Dibble Walker

Number of Staff11 full-time professional

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsBlack Philanthropic AllianceGrantmakers for Effective OrganizationsAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsCouncil on FoundationsThe Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $214,833,217 (market value)Expenditures: $27,296,391Total giving: $19,671,509Qualifying distributions: $26,217,989Giving activities include:$18,437,285 for grants$1,234,224 for employee matching gifts$3,349,729 for 3 foundation-administered programs

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$750,000 to CentroNia, Washington, DC. For expansion of early childhood and after-school programming to meetchanging needs of Latino and multiethnic, low-income children and families in Maryland.$750,000 to Childrens Defense Fund, Washington, DC. To increase self-sufficiency and alleviate poverty for low tomoderate income working families by partnering with faith communities across country to assist them in claiming taxcredits and enrolling in public benefit programs.


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$750,000 to Enterprise Community Partners, Columbia, MD. To improve and expand resident services for vulnerablefamilies in rental housing in District of Columbia as well as support development and national distribution of residentservices resources.$650,000 to National Center for Children and Families, Bethesda, MD. To provide academic enrichment activities andsocial support services that enhance lives of students and their families at J.C. Nalle Community School in District ofColumbia.$500,000 to Community of Hope, Washington, DC. For homeless children and their families in Washington metropolitanarea by providing transitional housing and supportive services.$250,000 to Northern Virginia Family Service, Oakton, VA. For purchase of two townhomes in Prince William County,VA to increase number of homeless families served in transitional housing.$100,000 to Latin American Youth Center, Washington, DC. For agency's network of housing programs and services forabused, neglected and homeless youth in Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.$50,000 to CentroNia, Washington, DC. To provide rich combination of childcare, academics, arts, leadershipdevelopment, community service and recreational activities to more than 600 children in Wards 1, 2 and 4 of District ofColumbia.$50,000 to Homestretch, Falls Church, VA. To provide homeless families with transitional housing, case management,parenting support, child enrichment and other services designed to help families stabilize and achieve lastingself-sufficiency in Fairfax County, VA.$35,000 to Reading Connection, Arlington, VA. For homeless families in Washington metropolitan area throughHomeless Children Book Club, parent workshops, and family support worker trainings with goal of providing literacyservices and parenting skills.

Gannett Foundation, Inc.(formerly Gannett Communities Fund)7950 Jones Branch Dr.McLean, VA 22107-0001Contact: Pat Lyle, Mgr.Fax: (703) 854-2167E-mail: [email protected]: www.gannettfoundation.orgCounty: FairfaxMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Company-sponsored foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $29,493,789; Total giving: $9,176,473EIN: 541568843990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Additional Contact InformationAdditional e-mail: [email protected]

Donor(s)Gannett Co., Inc.

BackgroundEstablished in 1991 in VA.


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LimitationsGiving on a national and international basis in areas of company operations, including in the United Kingdom.No support for private foundations, regional or national organizations not addressing local needs, elementary or secondaryschools (except for special initiatives not provided by regular school budgets), political action or legislative advocacygroups, medical or research organizations, fraternal groups, athletic teams, bands, veterans' organizations, or volunteerfirefighters.No grants to individuals (except for employee-related scholarships), or for religious programs or initiatives, endowments,or multi-year pledge campaigns.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation supports organizations involved with arts and culture, media and journalism, education, conservation,health, mental health, youth development, human services, diversity, community development, minorities, women, andeconomically disadvantaged people.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Gannett MatchMadelyn P. Jennings Scholarship AwardsMedia Grants

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsArts, cultural/ethnic awarenessCivil/human rights, equal rightsCivil liberties, first amendmentCommunity/economic developmentEconomic developmentEducationEnvironment, natural resourcesHealth careHuman servicesJournalism school/educationMedia/communicationsMedia, journalism/publishingMental health/crisis servicesYouth developmentInternational InterestsUnited KingdomPopulation GroupsEconomically disadvantagedMinoritiesWomen


Types of SupportCapital campaignsConferences/seminars


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Employee-related scholarshipsEmployee matching giftsEquipmentGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentScholarship funds

PublicationsAnnual reportApplication guidelinesGrants listIRS Form 990-PFInformational brochure (including application guidelines)Program policy statement

Application InformationProposals should be no longer than 5 pages. Telephone calls during the application process are not encouraged.Initial approach: Download application form and mail proposal and application form to nearest company daily newspaperor broadcast station; E-mail letter of inquiry to foundation for Media GrantsBoard meeting date(s): 3 times per year from Feb. to Oct.Deadline(s): Feb. 15 and Aug. 15Final notification: 90 days

Officers and DirectorNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Douglas H. McCorkindale,* Chairperson and PresidentDaniel S. Ehrman, Vice PresidentGracia C. Martore,* Vice PresidentTodd A. Mayman, SecretaryMichael A. Hart, TreasurerTara J. Connell, Executive Director


MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of Grantmakers

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $29,493,789 (market value)Gifts received: $25,097,695Expenditures: $9,406,475Total giving: $9,176,473Qualifying distributions: $9,231,413Giving activities include:$9,176,473 for 441 grants (high: $4,450,000; low: $4)


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Philip L. Graham Fundc/o The Washington Post Co.1150 15th St. N.W.Washington, DC 20071-0001Telephone: (202) 334-6640Contact: Candice C. Bryant, Pres.Fax: (202) 334-4498E-mail: [email protected]: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $93,987,264; Total giving: $5,000,000EIN: 526051781990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Katharine Graham‡Frederick S. Beebe‡The Washington Post Co.Newsweek, Inc.Post-Newsweek Stations

BackgroundTrust established in 1963 in DC.Established in 1963, the fund is named for Philip L. Graham, who was publisher of the Washington Post and president ofthe Washington Post Co. for many years before his death. Gifts from his widow, the late Katharine Meyer Graham, hisfriends, and the Washington Post Co. formed the initial corpus of the fund.

LimitationsGiving primarily in the metropolitan Washington, DC, area.No support for national or international organizations, membership organizations, lobbying or political activities, or forreligious purposes.No grants to individuals, or for medical services, research, annual campaigns, fundraising events, endowments, seminars,conferences, publications, tickets, films, travel expenses, courtesy advertising, advocacy, or litigation.

Purpose and ActivitiesSupport for one-time infrastructure investments in health and human services, for children, youth, and families,pre-collegiate education, arts and humanities, and community needs. Grants for journalism, media and communicationsare extremely limited, and generally awarded only to those who have received media grants in the past.

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsEducationEducation, early childhood educationHuman services


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Youth, services


Types of SupportBuilding/renovationCapital campaignsEquipmentMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentSeed money

PublicationsApplication guidelinesGrants listProgram policy statement

Application InformationApplication form not required.Initial approach: Request guidelines by letter or telephoneCopies of proposal: 3Board meeting date(s): 120 days from application deadlineDeadline(s): Feb. 1, May 1, Aug. 1, and Oct. 15Final notification: 6 months

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Candice C. Bryant, PresidentMary M. Bellor,* SecretaryMartin Cohen,* TreasurerDonald E. GrahamTheodore M. LutzLionel W. Neptune





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Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$300,000 to Capital Area Food Bank, Washington, DC. To acquire larger food distribution and warehouse center, payableover 1 year.$300,000 to District of Columbia College Access Program, Washington, DC. To encourage and enable more DC publichigh school students to enroll in and graduate from college, payable over 1 year.$150,000 to Washington Drama Society, Washington, DC. For The Next Stage Campaign, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to House of Ruth, Washington, DC. To furnish and equip Hope Rising, new apartment building for women,children, and families seeking to overcome homelessness and abuse, payable over 1 year.$75,000 to Saint Coletta of Greater Washington, Washington, DC. To build new facility, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services, Alexandria, VA. To renovate, build out, and furnish secondhealthcare facility, payable over 1 year.$35,000 to CASA of Maryland, Takoma Park, MD. For computers, software, and related equipment to establish ComputerLab in new Community Center at Pine Ridge Apartments, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Young Playwrights Theater, Washington, DC. For sound, lighting, and scenic apparatus needed to producestudent-written plays, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Coalition for the Homeless, Washington, DC. For year-end grant for emergency assistance to people in need,payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Shepherds Table, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.

The Joseph E. & Marjorie B. Jones Foundation1666 Connecticut Ave. N.W., Ste. 200Washington, DC 20009-1039Telephone: (202) 797-6720Contact: Joyce Havard, Dir.County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $20,351,552; Total giving: $775,000EIN: 521628951990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Marjorie B. JonesJoseph E. Jones TrustMarjorie B. Jones Trust


LimitationsGiving primarily in the Washington, DC, area.

Purpose and ActivitiesSupport for human services, including youth groups, family programs, and the homeless; health organizations, including


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pediatrics, eye research, mental health, and medical research; and conservation education.

Fields of InterestSubjectsChildren/youth, servicesHealth careHigher educationHuman servicesMedical research, institutePediatrics


Types of SupportBuilding/renovationProgram developmentResearch

Application InformationApplication form required.Initial approach: Letter requesting applicationDeadline(s): June 30

OfficerHarris W. Havard, President

DirectorsJohn CurtinDonald HavardJoyce HavardMary J. HavardStephanie HavardIrving Kator

MembershipsAffinity GroupsAssociation of Small Foundations

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $20,351,552 (market value)Gifts received: $283,527Expenditures: $3,268,015Total giving: $775,000Qualifying distributions: $782,294Giving activities include:$775,000 for 15 grants (high: $200,000; low: $15,000)

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$145,000 to Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to My Sisters Place, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$75,000 to Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Annapolis, MD, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to CHI Centers, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Downtown Cluster of Congregations, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$35,000 to CHI Centers, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.$30,000 to Neighbors Consejo, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Marys Center for Maternal and Child Care, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Byte Back, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Academy of Hope, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Mary and Daniel Loughran Foundation, Inc.4910 Mass Ave. N.W., Ste. 215Washington, DC 20016-4300Contact: F. William Burke, Exec. Dir.County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 7/31/06): Assets: $15,943,777; Total giving: $673,500EIN: 521095883990-PF: 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.John Loughran‡


LimitationsGiving limited to Washington, DC, MD, and VA.No grants to individuals, or for capital or endowment funds; no loans.

Purpose and ActivitiesGiving for education, arts and culture, and human services.

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsBusiness school/educationChildren/youth, servicesHigher educationHuman servicesPerforming arts, theaterPopulation GroupsDisabilities, people with


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Types of SupportAnnual campaignsContinuing supportGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportScholarship funds

PublicationsAnnual report

Application InformationLetter up to two pages.Application form not required.Initial approach: LetterCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Apr., July, Aug., and Dec.Deadline(s): May 1Final notification: Aug. or Sept.

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Richard J.M. Poulson,* PresidentWalter R. Fatzinger, Jr.,* Vice PresidentF. William Burke, Secretary and Executive DirectorThomas T. Firth,* TreasurerWilliam CouperCarl L. GellJohn T. HazelA. Linwood Holton, Jr.R. Robert LinowesJohn P. McDanielHoward M. Weiss

TrusteeBank of America, N.A.

Number of Staff1 full-time professional1 part-time support

Financial DataYear ended 7/31/06:Assets: $15,943,777 (market value)Gifts received: $3,000Expenditures: $938,112


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Total giving: $673,500Qualifying distributions: $673,500Giving activities include:$673,500 for 94 grants (high: $25,000; low: $2,500)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$25,000 to George Mason University Foundation, Fairfax, VA, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Shakespeare Theater, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Council for Court Excellence, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to River Foundation, Roanoke, VA, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Saint Andrews Episcopal School, Potomac, MD, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Washington National Cathedral, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Youth for Tomorrow New Life Center, Bristow, VA, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Jewish Social Service Agency, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Police Foundation, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation, Inc.10400 Fernwood Rd., Dept. 901Bethesda, MD 20817-1102Telephone: (301) 380-1425Contact: Nancie Suzuki, Fdn. Admin.Fax: (301) 380-6993E-mail: [email protected]: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $39,331,729; Total giving: $1,393,000EIN: 521953832990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Richard E. MarriottAlice S. Marriott Lifetime TrustJ. Willard Marriott, Jr. Foundation

BackgroundEstablished in 1999 in MD.

LimitationsGiving on a national basis, with emphasis on the Washington, DC metro area.No grants to individuals.


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Fields of InterestSubjectsEducationYouth development, adult & child programs


Application InformationTelephone calls not accepted.Application form not required.Initial approach: ProposalCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): June and Nov.Deadline(s): May 31 and Oct. 31Final notification: One month

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Richard E. Marriott,* PresidentRalph W. Handy, Jr.,* SecretaryNancy P. Marriott,* Treasurer



Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $39,331,729 (market value)Expenditures: $1,439,205Total giving: $1,393,000Qualifying distributions: $1,420,922Giving activities include:$1,393,000 for 90 grants (high: $200,000; low: $500)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$200,000 to Dana Hall School, Wellesley, MA, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, Silver Spring, MD, payable over 1 year.$75,000 to Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie, HI, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Enterprise Mentors International, Chesterfield, MO, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Park City Historical Society and Museum, Park City, UT, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Bread for the City, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Byte Back, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Community Ministry of Montgomery County, Rockville, MD, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to HELP International, Provo, UT, payable over 1 year.


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$5,000 to Link, The, Minneapolis, MN, payable over 1 year.

George Preston Marshall Foundation(also known as Redskin Foundation, Inc.)4300 Montgomery Ave., Ste. 104Bethesda, MD 20814-4429Telephone: (301) 654-7774Contact: Barbara J. Jones, Exec. Dir.Fax: (301) 654-2881E-mail: [email protected]: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $54,355; Total giving: $484,074EIN: 237173302990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.George Preston Marshall‡George Preston Marshall Trust


LimitationsGiving limited to Washington, DC, MD, and VA.No support for programs which do not directly benefit children.No grants to individuals.

Purpose and ActivitiesGiving only for programs benefiting children in areas of welfare, health, mental health, education, arts, and recreation inWashington, DC, MD, and VA.

Fields of InterestSubjectsChildren/youth, services


Types of SupportBuilding/renovationCapital campaigns


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EquipmentGeneral/operating supportLand acquisitionMatching/challenge supportPublicationScholarship fundsSeed money


Application InformationApplication form not required.Initial approach: Proposal (no more than 5 pages)Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): 5 times per yearDeadline(s): None

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.William D. Foote, Jr.,* PresidentJames C. McKay,* Vice PresidentEllin J. Nolan,* SecretaryG. Dewey Arnold, III, TreasurerBarbara J. Jones,* Executive DirectorG. Dewey Arnold



Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $54,355 (market value)Gifts received: $566,508Expenditures: $604,943Total giving: $484,074Qualifying distributions: $484,074Giving activities include:$484,074 for grants

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$34,764 to Providence Hospital, Washington, DC. For purchase of three infant cardiac monitoring systems, payable over1 year.$15,000 to Barker Foundation, Bethesda, MD. For adoption program for older foster kids, payable over 1 year.$10,605 to Georgetown Preparatory School, Rockville, MD. For scholarship for a needy student who demonstrates


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excellence in scholarship, leadership and athletics, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Columbia Road Health Services, Washington, DC. For health care and social services for poor children,payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Multicultural Career Intern Program, Washington, DC. For building trades career program, payable over 1year.$10,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, DC, Washington, DC. For construction of a newhouse in serving families of seriously ill children being treated at area hospitals, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Saint Coletta of Greater Washington, Washington, DC. For capital campaign for new special education school,payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Second Genesis, Silver Spring, MD. For therapeutic services for child victims of sexual abuse, payable over 1year.$7,500 to College Bound, Washington, DC. For tutoring, mentoring and SAT preparation for D.C. students, payable over1 year.$7,500 to DC SCORES, Washington, DC. For uniforms and equipment for soccer program, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Easter Seals Virginia, Richmond, VA. For Camper scholarships for disabled children, payable over 1 year.

The Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc.1025 Connecticut Ave. N.W., Ste. 910Washington, DC 20036-5418Telephone: (202) 467-5080Contact: Barbara Nocera, Prog. Dir.Fax: (202) 223-6490URL: www.mazdafoundation.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Company-sponsored foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 9/30/06): Assets: $0; Total giving: $415,281EIN: 382952236990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Mazda North American Opers.Mazda Motor of AmericaMazda Research & Development of North America

BackgroundEstablished in 1990 in MI.

LimitationsGiving to national organizations located in CA, Washington, DC, LA, NH, NC, and TX.No support for political or religious organizations.No grants to individuals, or for fundraising dinners or events or capital campaigns, endowments, or debt reduction.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation supports organizations involved with education, the environment, human services, cross-culturalunderstanding, and scientific research.


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Fields of InterestSubjectsCivil rights, race/intergroup relationsEducationEducation, readingEnvironmentHuman servicesScience, research

Geographic FocusCaliforniaDistrict of ColumbiaLouisianaNew HampshireNorth CarolinaTexas

Types of SupportCurriculum developmentExchange programsGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentResearchScholarship funds


Application InformationApplication form required.Initial approach: Download application form and mail or fax to foundationCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): FallDeadline(s): Between May 1 and July 1Final notification: Early Nov.

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.James J. O'Sullivan,* ChairpersonJay Amestoy,* PresidentRenee Lewis, SecretaryShusuke Koreeda,* Treasurer

MembershipsAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsCouncil on Foundations

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Assets: $0 (market value)Gifts received: $377,024Expenditures: $478,408Total giving: $415,281Qualifying distributions: $434,808Giving activities include:$415,281 for 11 grants (high: $110,000; low: $5,000)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$85,000 to Dillard University, New Orleans, LA, payable over 1 year.$62,055 to Hispanic Scholarship Fund, San Francisco, CA, payable over 1 year.$55,000 to Reading is FUNdamental (RIF), Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$55,000 to Student Conservation Association, Charlestown, NH, payable over 1 year.$45,000 to Mission Hospital, Mission, TX, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to New Detroit Science Center, Detroit, MI, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Project Access, Newport Beach, CA, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Shoes That Fit, Claremont, CA, payable over 1 year.

Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation1400 16th St. N.W., Ste. 360Washington, DC 20036-2215Telephone: (202) 483-8294Contact: Julie L. Rogers, Pres.Fax: (202) 328-6850E-mail: [email protected]: www.meyerfoundation.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $212,031,850; Total giving: $8,729,449EIN: 530241716990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Eugene Meyer‡Agnes E. Meyer‡Marpat Foundation

BackgroundIncorporated in 1944 in NY.Mr. Meyer, a Wall Street financier, organized the Allied Chemical and Dye Corp. in 1921, now Allied Corp. Throughouthis life he held several governmental positions, including director of the War and Finance Corp., governor of the FederalReserve Board, chairman of the Reconstruction Finance Corp., and first president of the World Bank. In 1933, he


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purchased the Washington Post and assumed the active role of publisher. His wife, Agnes Ernst Meyer, was a journalistand social activist. The first woman reporter hired by the New York Sun, Mrs. Meyer maintained her interest injournalism throughout her life and was the author of four books and numerous articles. She was the founder of the UrbanService Corps and the National Committee for Support of the Public Schools.

LimitationsGiving limited to the metropolitan Washington, DC, area, including Montgomery, Prince George's, Calvert, Charles, andSt. Mary's counties in suburban MD and Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, and the citiesof Alexandria, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park in northern VA.No support for sectarian purposes, or for programs that are national or international in scope.No grants to individuals, or for annual campaigns, deficit financing, endowment funds, equipment, scholarships,fellowships, scientific or medical research, publications, special events or conferences.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation works to develop Greater Washington, DC as a community by supporting capable, community-basednonprofit organizations that foster the well-being of all people in the region. The foundation is especially concerned aboutlow-income people and creating healthy neighborhoods. It values and seeks to promote the region's diversity. Thefoundation accomplishes its work by: 1) finding visionary and talented nonprofit leaders; making early and strategicinvestments in nonprofit organizations; 2) strengthening the organizational capacity of nonprofits in the region; 3)promoting a strong and influential nonprofit sector; building partnerships to foster the sector's work; and 4) serving as aresource to other donors who want to make effective charitable investments in the region. Grants principally for arts,heritage and culture, children, youth and families; civic engagement; education; employment and skills training; healthand mental health; homelessness and hunger; housing and community development; immigrant communities; law andjustice; nonprofit sector strengthening and management assistance.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:General GrantmakingNonprofit Sector Fund

Fields of InterestSubjectsAdult education--literacy, basic skills & GEDArtsChild development, educationChild development, servicesChildren/youth, servicesCivil/human rightsCivil rights, race/intergroup relationsCommunity/economic developmentCrime/law enforcementDental careEducationEducation, early childhood educationEducation, readingElementary school/educationEmploymentHealth careHealth organizationsHomeless, human servicesHousing/shelter, development


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HumanitiesHuman servicesLeadership developmentLegal servicesMental health/crisis servicesMinorities/immigrants, centers/servicesPerforming arts, theaterSecondary school/educationSubstance abuse, servicesUrban/community developmentVocational educationVoluntarism promotionWomen, centers/servicesYouth development, servicesPopulation GroupsEconomically disadvantagedHomelessImmigrants/refugeesMinoritiesWomen


Types of SupportBuilding/renovationCapital campaignsConsulting servicesGeneral/operating supportManagement development/capacity buildingMatching/challenge supportProgram-related investments/loansProgram developmentSeed moneyTechnical assistance

PublicationsAnnual report (including application guidelines)Application guidelinesGrants listNewsletter

Application InformationFor a thorough understanding of application procedures, interested parties are strongly urged to read the foundation'sannual report and guidelines, which are available on the web site. Letters of inquiry must be received before 5 p.m. on theday of the deadline. The foundation will acknowledge receipt of all letters within two weeks. If further information isneeded, the applicant will be contacted by a foundation staff member. The foundation may or may not invite a fullproposal. Accepts Washington Grantmakers' Common Grant Application Form. Letter of inquiry application coversheetrequired.


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Application form required.Initial approach: 2-page letter of inquiry with coversheet and requested documents (original and 1 copy)Copies of proposal: 2Board meeting date(s): Applications considered at Feb., June, and Oct. meetings; board meets also in Apr. and Dec.Deadline(s): Consult web site or call foundation office for letter of inquiry deadlinesFinal notification: Within 1 month after board meeting

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Edward H. Bersoff, Ph.D.,* ChairpersonBarbara J. Krumsiek,* Vice-ChairpersonJulie L. Rogers, PresidentKristen Conte, Vice President, Finance and Admin.Albert Ruesga, Vice President, Programs and CommunicationsThomas W. Chapman,* Secretary-TreasurerJoshua B. BernsteinMaria S. GomezNewman T. Halvorson, Jr.Eric H. Holder, Jr.Barbara LangDeborah Ratner SalzbergJim SandmanRobert G. Templin, Jr.Gloria WilderBrathwaiteFrancey Lim Youngberg

Number of Staff8 full-time professional2 part-time professional6 full-time support

MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsAsian Americans/Pacific Islanders in PhilanthropyAssociation of Small FoundationsBlack Philanthropic AllianceGrantmakers In HealthGrantmakers In the ArtsGrantmakers for EducationGrantmakers for Effective OrganizationsGrants Managers NetworkNeighborhood Funders GroupYouth Transition Funders GroupAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsCouncil on FoundationsIndependent SectorThe Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington

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Year ended 12/31/06:Assets: $212,031,850 (market value)Gifts received: $6,000Expenditures: $13,679,288Total giving: $8,729,449Qualifying distributions: $11,531,291Giving activities include:$8,729,449 for 297 grants (high: $300,000; low: $1,000; average: $25,000-$100,000)$63,361 for 4 foundation-administered programs$312,000 for loans/program-related investments

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2005:$100,000 to Latin American Youth Center, Washington, DC. For program expansion into Langley Park, MD, payableover 2 years.$40,000 to DC Action for Children, Washington, DC. For general operating support.$35,500 to Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services, Alexandria, VA. For general operating support.$30,000 to Family Place, Washington, DC. For general operating support.$30,000 to Life Pieces to Masterpieces, Washington, DC. For general operating support.$25,000 to Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, Washington, DC. For DC Fiscal Policy Institute.$25,000 to Manna Food Center, Rockville, MD. For food distribution at satellite sites.$20,000 to Parklands Community Center, Washington, DC. For move into new space at Town Hall Education, Arts andRecreation Campus (The ARC) in Anacostia neighborhood.$20,000 to Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless, Washington, DC. For general operating support.$15,000 to Bowen McCauley Dance, Arlington, VA. For general operating support.$15,000 to DC Creative Writing Workshop, Washington, DC. For program expansion.

The W. O'Neil Foundation5454 Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 730Chevy Chase, MD 20815-6924Telephone: (301) 656-5848Contact: Helene O'Neil Shere, Pres.County: MontgomeryMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $48,656,230; Total giving: $2,340,500EIN: 346516969990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.William O'Neil‡Grace O'Neil‡John J. O'Neil‡


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Grace O'Neil Regan

BackgroundIncorporated in 1948 in OH.

LimitationsGiving primarily in Washington, DC, and New York, NY.No grants to individuals, or for endowment funds, church and school renovations, capital campaigns, administrativeoverhead, research, conferences, seminars, or matching gifts; no loans.

Purpose and ActivitiesGrants primarily given to Roman Catholic Church-related organizations for international emergency relief and forprograms that bring food, clothing, shelter, basic medical care, and basic education to the poor of the world, preferablythrough projects that help the poor help themselves toward these goals. International assistance grants are only made toU.S.-based charities.

Fields of InterestSubjectsCatholic agencies & churchesHomeless, human servicesHuman servicesHuman services, emergency aidInternational developmentPopulation GroupsHomeless

Geographic FocusDistrict of ColumbiaNew York

Types of SupportEquipmentGeneral/operating supportProgram development

PublicationsApplication guidelines

Application InformationIf project coincides with the foundation's interests, a proposal will be requested.Application form not required.Initial approach: Letter of inquiryCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Feb., Apr., June, and Sept.Deadline(s): None

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Helene O'Neil Shere,* Chairperson and PresidentHelene Connellan O'Neil,* Vice-Chairperson and Vice PresidentJane Wieder,* Vice President and Treasurer


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Grace O'Neil Regan,* Vice PresidentAnn O'Neil Gradowski,* SecretaryJohn J. O'Neil, Jr.Ann ReganMary Regan

MembershipsAffinity GroupsFADICA

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $48,656,230 (market value)Expenditures: $2,428,218Total giving: $2,340,500Qualifying distributions: $2,348,653Giving activities include:$2,340,500 for 72 grants (high: $400,000; low: $1,500)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$400,000 to Catholic Relief Services, Baltimore, MD, payable over 1 year.$400,000 to Catholic Relief Services, Baltimore, MD, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Washington Middle School for Girls, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Catholic Charities USA, Alexandria, VA, payable over 1 year.$40,000 to Catholic Charities USA, Alexandria, VA, payable over 1 year.$30,000 to Mercy Corps, Portland, OR, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to Redemptorists-Denver Province, Denver, CO, payable over 1 year.$25,000 to West Virginia Catholic Foundation, Wheeling, WV, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$20,000 to Gregorian University Foundation, New York, NY, payable over 1 year.

Luther I. Replogle Foundation1900 L St. N.W., Ste. 205Washington, DC 20036-5002Telephone: (202) 679-0677Contact: Gwenn Gebhard, Exec. Dir.Fax: (202) 293-7554E-mail: [email protected]: www.lirf.org/County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $13,330,926; Total giving: $542,650EIN: 366141697990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


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BackgroundEstablished in 1966.

LimitationsGiving primarily in the inner city neighborhoods of Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, and Washington, DC.Generally no support for nationally-affiliated organizations.No grants to individuals (except for the Luther I. Replogle Award for Management)

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation focuses its giving on the following areas: 1) Programs addressing the needs of youth and children livingin, or at risk for long term poverty. These include teen pregnancy prevention and a broad spectrum of social services; 2)Programs that improve educational opportunities for inner-city children, including enrichment programs in the arts andsciences, mentoring, and alternative schools; 3) Programs for affordable housing that reach under-served groups, withemphasis on programs that enable individuals to become self-sufficient; and 4) Programs that encourage classicalarchaeology, as well as programs that work for the conservation of maps and globes.

Fields of InterestSubjectsArtsChildren/youth, servicesEducationElementary/secondary educationFamily servicesHuman servicesReproductive health, family planning

Geographic FocusDistrict of ColumbiaIllinoisMinnesota

Types of SupportContinuing supportFellowshipsGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentScholarship funds

PublicationsAnnual reportGrants listProgram policy statement

Application InformationLetters of inquiry must be submitted on-line, using the "request form" link on the foundation Web site. Applicationguidelines available on the foundation Web site.Initial approach: Letter of inquiry


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Board meeting date(s): Apr. and Nov.Deadline(s): Feb. 15 and Aug. 15

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Paul R.S. Gebhard,* PresidentWilliam O. Petersen,* SecretaryElizabeth R. Dickie, TreasurerGwenn H.S. Gebhard, Executive DirectorSophia Gebhard AnemaDavid ReplogleAnne Witkowsky


MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersMinnesota Council on FoundationsWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAffinity GroupsAssociation of Small Foundations

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $13,330,926 (market value)Expenditures: $730,058Total giving: $542,650Qualifying distributions: $662,406Giving activities include:$542,650 for 85 grants (high: $75,000; low: $250)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$25,000 to Holy Family Lutheran School, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$15,000 to Merit School of Music, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Banyan Foundation, Minneapolis, MN, payable over 1 year.$7,500 to Chicago Child Care Society, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$7,000 to Homeless on the Move for Equality (HOME), Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$7,000 to Hull House Association, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Bright Beginnings, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Hope and a Home, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Metropolitan Interfaith Council on Affordable Housing, Minneapolis, MN, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Minnesota Housing Partnership, Saint Paul, MN, payable over 1 year.$4,000 to Chicago Youth Rowing Club, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$3,000 to Fort Dupont Ice Arena, Friends of, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$2,500 to N Street Village, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$2,000 to Emergency Fund for Needy People, Chicago, IL, payable over 1 year.$1,000 to Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.


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Alexander and Margaret Stewart Trust888 17th St. N.W., Ste. 610Washington, DC 20006-3321Telephone: (202) 785-9892Contact: Doris E. Lustine, Exec. Secy.Fax: (202) 785-0918URL: www.stewart-trust.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of Grantmaker: Independent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Financial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $107,268,311; Total giving: $4,636,284EIN: 526020260990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Helen S. Devore‡Mary E. Stewart‡

BackgroundTrust established in 1947 in DC; in 1997 combined with the Helen S. Devore Trust that was established in 1960.The trust was established by Mary Stewart and Helen Stewart Devore in honor of their parents.

LimitationsGiving primarily in the Washington, DC, area.No grants to individuals, or for endowment funds, annual campaigns, building funds, land acquisition, renovation projects,scholarships, or fellowships.

Purpose and ActivitiesGiving for the care, prevention, and treatment of cancer; the care of children who are physically or mentally ill orhandicapped; and research, education, or prevention of diseases common to childhood, including societal behavioralpatterns having a negative impact on the welfare of children.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:CancerChild Care

Fields of InterestSubjectsCancerChildren/youth, servicesHealth careHealth care, infantsPopulation GroupsEconomically disadvantaged


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Types of SupportContinuing supportEquipmentGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentResearch


Application InformationApplication form required.Initial approach: Online application formCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): MonthlyDeadline(s): Sept. 15Final notification: Usually by late Dec.

TrusteesWilliam J. BierbowerHoward H. Williams, IIIThe Washington Trust Co.

Number of Staff1 part-time support



Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2004:$500,000 to Childrens National Medical Center, Washington, DC. For rehabilitation of operating rooms, payable over 1year.$350,000 to Childrens National Medical Center, Washington, DC. For hematology and oncology programs, payable over1 year.$150,000 to Washington Hospital Center Foundation, Washington, DC. For Teen Alliance for Prepared Parenting (TAPP)


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Program, payable over 1 year.$130,000 to Washington Home, Washington, DC. For hospice and palliative care, payable over 1 year.$125,000 to Washington Hospital Center Foundation, Washington, DC. For cancer patient care, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Childrens National Medical Center, Washington, DC. For Community Pediatric Health Centers in SoutheastWashington, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Christ House, Alexandria, VA. For care of homeless persons with cancer, payable over 1 year.$75,000 to Saint Anns Infant and Maternity Home, Hyattsville, MD. For nurse care and therapy for high-risk and disabledchildren, payable over 1 year.$70,000 to Providence Health Foundation, Washington, DC. For Neonatal Charity Fund, payable over 1 year.$70,000 to Rosemount Center, Washington, DC. For Special Needs Intervention Team Program.

Hattie M. Strong Foundation1620 Eye St. N.W., Ste. 700Washington, DC 20006-2402Telephone: (202) 331-1619Contact: Judith B. Cyphers, Secy. and Dir. of GrantsFax: (202) 466-2894E-mail: [email protected]: www.hmstrongfoundation.org/County: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 8/31/06): Assets: $31,198,425; Total giving: $823,295EIN: 530237223990-PF: 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Hattie M. Strong‡L. Corrin Strong‡Dr. David BloomAnn Meltzer‡Teresa Doyle Smith


LimitationsGiving limited to the Washington, DC, area for grant program; loan program is national in scope.No support for programs of national or international scope.No grants to individuals (except for loans), or for building or endowment funds, research, scholarships, fellowships,equipment, conferences, special events or benefits, or projects designed to educate the general public.

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The foundation administers two distinct programs: 1) non-interest-bearing loans to students who are within one year oftheir degree in college or graduate school; maximum loan to college students is $5,000; and 2) a grant program focusedprimarily on educational programs for the disadvantaged in the Washington, DC, area, including remedial and enrichmentprograms, literacy for at-risk youth and adults, tutoring, basic vocational and occupational skills training, and academicmentoring.

Fields of InterestSubjectsAdult education--literacy, basic skills & GEDEducationEducation, readingElementary/secondary education


Types of SupportCurriculum developmentGeneral/operating supportProgram developmentStudent loans--to individuals

PublicationsAnnual reportApplication guidelinesGrants listInformational brochure

Application InformationApplication form required for loan program. Maximum student loan is $5,000. Foreign students temporarily in the U.S. donot qualify for loans. See foundation Web site for guidelines on both grant and loan programs. Applicants should followthe Common Grant Application Format (CGAF)Application form required.Initial approach: Contact foundation for grant guidelines, proposal requirements, and format for grant programCopies of proposal: 2Board meeting date(s): Mar., June, Sept., and Dec.Deadline(s): 5 pm on Jan. 15, Apr. 15, July 15, and Oct. 15 for organizations; between Jan. 1 and Mar. 31 prior to finalyear of degree program for student loansFinal notification: July for loan program; within 2 weeks after board meetings for grant program

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Henry Strong,* Chairperson and PresidentHenry L. Strong,* Vice PresidentJudith B. Cyphers, Secretary and Director of GrantsRobin C. Tanner, Treasurer and Director of LoansBarbara B. CantrellMary D. JanneyGay P. LordJohn M. Lynham, Jr.Richard S.T. Marsh


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Sigrid S. ReynoldsCarol L. SchwartzBente StrongMichael O. SuddathTogo D. West, Jr.


MembershipsRegional Associations of GrantmakersWashington Regional Association of GrantmakersAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsCouncil on Foundations

Financial DataYear ended 8/31/06:Assets: $31,198,425 (market value)Gifts received: $32,593Expenditures: $1,738,216Total giving: $823,295Qualifying distributions: $1,486,381Giving activities include:$350,995 for 58 grants (high: $15,000; low: $3,000)$472,300 for 104 loans to individuals (high: $5,000; low: $1,250)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$15,000 to American Red Cross of the National Capital Area, Fairfax, VA, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Live It Learn It, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$8,500 to Phillips Collection, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$8,500 to See Forever Foundation, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$7,000 to Center for Inspired Teaching, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$6,500 to Capital Partners for Education, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$6,000 to Bright Beginnings, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$6,000 to DC WritersCorps, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$6,000 to Love Thy Neighbor Community, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,500 to Capitol Hill Community Foundation, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.

Wallace Global Fund1990 M St. N.W., Ste. 250Washington, DC 20036-3430Telephone: (202) 452-1530Contact: Melissa S. Dann, Exec. Dir.Fax: (202) 452-0922E-mail: [email protected]: www.wgf.orgCounty: District of ColumbiaMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV


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http://www.wgf.org

Type of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $280,608,683; Total giving: $10,644,248EIN: 521918002990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Note: If a donor is deceased, the symbol (‡) follows the name.Robert B. Wallace‡Gordon G. Wallace‡Henry A. Wallace‡Ilo B. Wallace‡

BackgroundEstablished in 1995.The Wallace Global Fund is guided by the vision of the late Henry A. Wallace, former Secy. of Agriculture and V.P.under Franklin D. Roosevelt. Committed to serving the general welfare, his life exemplified farsightedness, global vision,and receptivity to new ideas. He was keenly interested in scientific innovation as a force to enhance human well-being andhad an abiding faith in the individual's spirit and capacity to bring about sound and just social change. The fund wasestablished by his son, Robert B. Wallace (1918-2002) in 1995, and grew out of the Wallace Genetic Foundation, foundedin 1965 by Henry A. Wallace. With the recent addition of the estate of Robert Wallace, the foundation's assets arecurrently about $280 million.

LimitationsGiving on an international basis.No grants to individuals, or for scholarships, purchase of land, capital construction, profit-making businesses, debtreduction, endowment campaigns, fundraising drives/events, or tuition, assistance or other forms of personal financial aid.

Purpose and ActivitiesTo promote an informed and engaged citizenry, to fight injustice, and to protect the diversity of nature and the naturalsystems upon which all life depends. The fund seeks to further its mission generally through fundamental public policyand systemic change.

Program Area(s)The grantmaker has identified the following area(s) of interest:Civic EngagementJusticeMedia and LeadershipNatural ResourcesPopulation, Reproductive Health, and Women's EmpowermentReconnecting People and Places (RPP)

Fields of InterestSubjectsCivil/human rights, womenCivil liberties, advocacy


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Civil liberties, death penalty issuesCivil liberties, due processCivil liberties, reproductive rightsCivil rights, voter educationEnvironment, energyEnvironment, forestsEnvironment, global warmingEnvironment, land resourcesInternational economic developmentInternational economics/trade policyInternational human rightsMedia/communicationsReproductive health, abortion clinics/servicesReproductive health, family planningReproductive health, sexuality educationYouth, pregnancy preventionInternational InterestsAfricaEurope


Types of SupportContinuing supportGeneral/operating supportMatching/challenge supportProgram development

PublicationsApplication guidelinesFinancial statementGrants listOccasional report

Application InformationApplication form not required.Initial approach: Letter of inquiry with 3 page concept paper (E-mail preferred) prior to submission of full proposalCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): 3 times a yearDeadline(s): None

Officers and TrusteesNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.R. Bruce Wallace,* Co-ChairpersonRandall C. Wallace,* Co-ChairpersonH. Scott Wallace,* Co-ChairpersonMelissa S. Dann, Secretary and Executive DirectorChristy A. Wallace,* TreasurerScott FitzmorrisSusan Wallace


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Number of Staff3 full-time professional3 part-time professional1 full-time support1 shared staff (shared with The Munson Family Foundation)

MembershipsAffinity GroupsCenter for Nonprofit AdvancementConsultative Group on BiodiversityEnvironmental Grantmakers AssociationFunders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable CommunitiesFunders Network on Population, Reproductive Health and RightsGrantmakers for Effective Organizations

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $280,608,683 (market value)Gifts received: $33,983Expenditures: $13,155,343Total giving: $10,644,248Qualifying distributions: $11,861,978Giving activities include:$10,644,248 for 236 grants (high: $300,000; low: $2,000; average: $25,000-$100,000)Estimated financial data for year ending 12/31/07:Assets: $304,000,000Grants: $13,475,000

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$115,000 to Public Citizen Foundation, Washington, DC. For Global Trade Watch Program, payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Advocates for Youth, Washington, DC. For "Ensuring the Reproductive Health and Rights of Young PeopleAround the World", payable over 1 year.$100,000 to Fauna and Flora International, Washington, DC. For "An Enduring Commitment to Gorilla Conservation inAfrica", payable over 1 year.$100,000 to People for the American Way, Washington, DC. For Election Protection Program, payable over 1 year.$85,000 to Friends of the Earth International, Amsterdam, Netherlands. For International Financial Institutions program,payable over 1 year.$80,000 to National Environmental Trust, Washington, DC. For Global Warming Public Education Project, payable over1 year.$75,000 to Corporate Ethics International, Portland, OR. For campaign to transform Big Box Industry, payable over 1year.$75,000 to Smart Growth America, Washington, DC. For National Community Protection Campaign, payable over 1 year.$75,000 to World Wildlife Fund, Washington, DC. For fisheries subsidies and the WTO: The high stake end game,payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Innocence Project, New York, NY. For Eyewitness Reform Project, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to Institute for Public Accuracy, San Francisco, CA. For general support, payable over 1 year.$50,000 to National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC. For Population and Environment Program, payable over 1year.$50,000 to Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, Knoxville, TN. For "Regional Strategies to Reduce Global Warming


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Pollution through State-Level Policies", payable over 1 year.

Weissberg Foundation1901 N. Moore St., Ste. 803Arlington, VA 22209-1706Contact: Ilene C. Trachtenberg, Exec. Dir.Fax: (703) 276-1770E-mail: [email protected]: ArlingtonMetropolitan Statistical Area (MSA): Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVType of GrantmakerIndependent foundationIRS Exemption Status: 501(c)(3)Additional Descriptor: Family foundationFinancial Data (yr. ended 12/31/06): Assets: $7,768,178; Total giving: $666,611EIN: 541475954990-PF: 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001


Donor(s)Marvin F. Weissberg

BackgroundEstablished in 1988 in DE.

LimitationsGiving limited to the metropolitan Washington, DC, area.No support for programs that promote religious doctrine, or programs that receive Federal faith-based funding.No grants to individuals, or for special events or capital campaigns.

Purpose and ActivitiesThe foundation funds activities that address the underlying causes of distress in vulnerable communities within themetropolitan Washington, D.C. area. The foundation supports well-managed and fiscally responsible community-basedprograms that advance social justice, combat poverty, improve health, and enrich the arts. The foundation has particularinterest in the following areas: 1) education and youth development, particularly for in-school, pre-school, after-schooland summer programs, as well as tutoring, arts for children, and environmental conservation programs for youth; 2)theaters that are members of the League of Washington Theatres, particularly for substantive outreach programs and smalltheater support; 3) health, particularly for clinics, mental health, violence prevention and family planning; and 4) humanservices, particularly for homelessness, job training, immigrant services and human rights.

Fields of InterestSubjectsEducationHealth careHuman servicesPerforming arts, theaterYouth development


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Types of SupportConsulting servicesContinuing supportCurriculum developmentEquipmentFellowshipsGeneral/operating supportManagement development/capacity buildingMatching/challenge supportProgram developmentProgram evaluationPublicationScholarship fundsSeed moneyTechnical assistance


Application InformationPriority will be given to organizations with budgets of less than $5 million.Application form not required.Initial approach: Proposal, or e-mail to request guidelinesCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date(s): Biannually: spring for education, youth development and theater; fall for health and humanservicesDeadline(s): Mar. 15 for theater, education and youth development programs; Sept. 15 for health and human servicesproposalsFinal notification: June 30 for spring proposals, and Dec. 31 for fall proposals

Officers and DirectorsNote: An asterisk (*) following an individual's name indicates an officer who is also a trustee or director.Marvin F. Weissberg,* PresidentNina V. Weissberg,* Vice PresidentBarbara T. Napolitano,* SecretaryMartin Heyert,* TreasurerIlene C. Trachtenberg,* Executive DirectorWallace K. BabingtonWeslie M. Weissberg

Number of Staff2 full-time professional



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Affinity GroupsAssociation of Small FoundationsGrantmakers for Effective OrganizationsAssociations and Other Philanthropic OrganizationsThe Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington

Financial DataYear ended 12/31/06:Assets: $7,768,178 (market value)Gifts received: $1,432,020Expenditures: $870,408Total giving: $666,611Qualifying distributions: $828,873Giving activities include:$666,611 for 113 grants (high: $15,000; low: $500)

Selected GrantsThe following grants were reported in 2006:$10,000 to Arlington Free Clinic, Arlington, VA, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to DC Rape Crisis Center, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Food and Friends, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Our Place DC, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Washington Drama Society, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$10,000 to Women Empowered Against Violence (WEAVE), Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Friends of Guest House, Alexandria, VA, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Theater Lab, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.$5,000 to Washington Metropolitan Scholars, Washington, DC, payable over 1 year.


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