Dedicated to building meaningful good.
The Foundery Endowment is a modern philanthropic engine that empowers donors to create lasting and faithful impact in their communities through strategic, responsive grantmaking.
Making a lasting impact.
200
Ministries helped since 2013*
$900K
Total funds distributed to grants and philanthropic funds
28+
Organizations helped in 2025-26 alone*
13+ Years
More than a decade of awarding grants to organizations in need
*Data pulled from Virginia United Methodist Foundation
WHO WE ARE
Bridging faith and community action
An initiative of the Virginia United Methodist Foundation, the Foundery Endowment is thoughtfully designed to be modern and forward-looking, connecting donors with high-impact, diverse giving options.
KEY INITIATIVES
Building a brighter future on your behalf.
$50,000 Awarded to Shineforth Child & Family Services
We are proud to fund an independent-living laboratory for youth and young adults in need.
Micah 6:8/No Harm Do Good Endowment Grant
This grant is designed to spread the mission to those outside the church to change lives and transform the world.
Dr. William J. and Frances Hanna Memorial Grant
This grant funds one high-impact initiative each year, with a focus on launching a new strategic ministry initiative.
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Shineforth is deeply grateful for this generous gift. The Foundation’s support will have far-reaching impacts across multiple programs and provide invaluable learning opportunities for youth who are preparing for adulthood and independent living.
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Nancy Toscano, Ph.D., LCSW
President & CEO, SHINEFORTH
