Quick Summary
Name: The Richard And Leslie Gilliam Foundation (now Gilliam Family Foundation) Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $1,443,640 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly specified |
| Average Grant | Approximately $48,000 (based on 30 grants in 2023) |
| Application Method | Rolling |
Contact Details
Website: https://gilliamfamilyfoundation.com/ Location: Charlottesville, VA
Geographic Focus
Southwest Virginia and Eastern Kentucky
Funding Priorities
- Arts: Fine arts including painting, sculpture, music, theater, and community art programs
- Healthcare: Access to quality healthcare and wellness programs and resources
- Environment: Environmental stewardship and preservation
- Economic Development: Supporting towns in Southwest Virginia and Eastern Kentucky to thrive and prosper
- Education: Early childhood education, K-12 education, and higher education
What They Don't Fund
Information not publicly available. The foundation notes it "only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds" according to some sources, though their website indicates they accept applications year-round.
Application Method
According to their website, applications are accepted all year long with decisions made in November and grant disbursements made in December. All prospective grantees must have 501(c)(3) status to be considered.
Note: Some sources indicate the foundation may primarily support preselected organizations.
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