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VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA

VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA

RICHMOND, VA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
82-2118572
Single Organization Support
Regional Funder
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VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA

RICHMOND, VA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
82-2118572
Single Organization Support
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2017

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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AI Summary

The Virginia Foundation for Public Media is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Virginia. With a total of $7.5 million in grants paid in 2024 to just two grantees, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; funding opportunities are available by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE FOUNDATION OPERATES AS A "SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION" BY PROVIDING FUNDING TO SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES OF VPM MEDIA CORPORATION.
Total Funding Given

$7.5M

2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$672.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$3.7M
G
Gary Ometer
Board Member
K
Karen Skidmore
Board Member
T
Ting Xu
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA?
No. VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA give?
VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $673 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA make each year?
In 2024, VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $7.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA fund recently?
In 2024, VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include VPM MEDIA CORPORATION and TOM TOM FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA?
VIRGINIA FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC MEDIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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