The James W and Frances Gibson
Bristol, Virginia · EIN 263533035 · Private foundation
The James W and Frances Gibson is a private foundation based in Bristol, Virginia. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.8M in grants paid and $49.1M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 183 individual grants from this funder — $19.5M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for adult education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The James W and Frances Gibson funds
The James W and Frances Gibson's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, disability services, education, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, low-income communities, rural communities, women girls.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appalacian College of Pharmacy PHARMACY EDUCATION TO ADDRESS HEALTH-RELATED NEEDS TO RURAL & UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES | Oakwood, VA | $1.0M | 2024 |
| Upmc Hillman Cancer Center MELANOMA IMMUNOTHERAPY RESEARCH | Pittsburgh, PA | $1.0M | 2017 |
| William & Mary Business School Foundation SCHOLARSHIP FUND | Williamsburg, VA | $694K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The James W and Frances Gibson
The James W and Frances Gibson's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The James W and Frances Gibson
- Does The James W and Frances Gibson accept grant applications?
- The James W and Frances Gibson's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The James W and Frances Gibson fund?
- The James W and Frances Gibson's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Appalacian College of Pharmacy, Upmc Hillman Cancer Center, William & Mary Business School Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The James W and Frances Gibson give in grants?
- The James W and Frances Gibson reported $2.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $19.5M over 183 grants.
- Where is The James W and Frances Gibson located?
- The James W and Frances Gibson is based in Bristol, Virginia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 263533035.
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