Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
bulletDo not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
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OMB No. 1545-0052
2018
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2018, or tax year beginning 01-01-2018 , and ending 12-31-2018
Name of foundation
THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
 
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE NO 950
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
MCLEAN, VA22102
A Employer identification number

54-1738281
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(703) 988-7973
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. Foreign organizations, check here............. bullet
2. Foreign organizations meeting the 85%
test, check here and attach computation ... bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
F bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$3,723,565J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 11,000,000
2 Check bullet.............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 707 707  
4 Dividends and interest from securities... 60,436 60,436  
5a Gross rents............ 4,720 4,720  
b Net rental income or (loss) 4,720
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 632,922
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 5,850,886
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 632,922
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment -619,610 0  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 11,079,175 698,785  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 296,851 0   295,208
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 5,617 0   0
15 Pension plans, employee benefits....... 9,020 0   9,020
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... Click to see attachment 32,033 0   32,033
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 41,405 0   42,490
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 102,337 16,589   69,248
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment 49,174 3,223   29,520
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... Click to see attachment 6,560 0  
20 Occupancy.............. 61,643 0   61,812
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings....... 30,006 0   32,021
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 68,458 0   68,458
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 703,104 19,812   639,810
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 10,161,679 14,455,900
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 10,864,783 19,812   15,095,710
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 214,392
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 678,973
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2018)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.) 		Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing.............      
2 Savings and temporary cash investments......... 287,483 913,099 913,099
3 Accounts receivable bullet4,875
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet     4,875 4,875
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges.......... 5,126 5,295 5,295
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)....... 6,056,820 Click to see attachment1,366,356 1,366,356
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)..........      
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet1,571,114
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet144,553 1,430,927 1,426,561 1,426,561
15 Other assets (describe bullet) Click to see attachment7,379 Click to see attachment7,379 Click to see attachment7,379
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 7,787,735 3,723,565 3,723,565
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses.......... 36,573 74,046
18 Grants payable................. 4,799,221 505,000
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet) Click to see attachment20,928 Click to see attachment619,610
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 4,856,722 1,198,656
Net Assets or Fund Balances Foundations that follow SFAS 117, check here bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted.................. 2,931,013 2,524,909
25 Temporarily restricted...............    
26 Permanently restricted...............    
Foundations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........    
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund    
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds    
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 2,931,013 2,524,909
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 7,787,735 3,723,565
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
2,931,013
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
214,392
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment
3
20,929
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
3,166,334
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment
5
641,425
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30 .
6
2,524,909
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)		 (b)
How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c)
Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d)
Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a PUBLICLY TRADED SECURITIES P    
b
c
d
e
(e)
Gross sales price 		(f)
Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g)
Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h)
Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 5,850,886   5,217,964 632,922
b
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l)
Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i)
F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 		(j)
Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k)
Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       632,922
b
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 632,922
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)

If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If "Yes," the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in) 		(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions 		(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets 		(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2017 7,142,519 12,213,975 0.584783
2016 1,412,581 1,945,811 0.725960
2015 284,621 619,245 0.459626
2014 195,668 545,086 0.358967
2013 322,804 566,430 0.569892
2
Total of line 1, column (d) .....................
2
2.699228
3
Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5.0, or by the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years ......
3
0.539846
4
Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2018 from Part X, line 5......
4
4,950,052
5
Multiply line 4 by line 3......................
5
2,672,266
6
Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)...........
6
6,790
7
Add lines 5 and 6........................
7
2,679,056
8
Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4,.............
8
15,097,904
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See the Part VI instructions.
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see instructions)
1a Exempt operating foundations described in section 4940(d)(2), check here Bullet and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket includes lines 1a and 1b
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b Domestic foundations that meet the section 4940(e) requirements in Part V, check 1 6,790
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 6,790
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 6,790
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2018 estimated tax payments and 2017 overpayment credited to 2018 6a 8,236
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c 6,000
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d 0
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 14,236
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Check here if Form 2220 is attached. 8 17
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9  
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10 7,429
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2019 estimated taxBullet7,429 RefundedBullet 11 0
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes? (see Instructions
for definition).................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$ 0(2) On foundation managers.bullet$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
    and Part XV..................................
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletVA, CA
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2018 or the taxable year beginning in 2018? See the instructions for Part XIV.
    If "Yes," complete Part XIV .............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
    and addresses. ...............................
    10
     
    No
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    Part VII-A
    Statements Regarding Activities (continued)
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. See instructions .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement. See instructions.................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletWWW.VOLGENAUFOUNDATION.ORG
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletJENNIFER VOLGENAU WILEY Telephone no.bullet (703) 988-7973

    Located atbullet8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE NO 950MCLEANVA ZIP+4bullet22102
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041 —check here .........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ........bullet
    15
     
    16 At any time during calendar year 2018, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
    16   No
    See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign
    country bullet  
    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?......................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?...............
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).......
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ........
    1b
     
    No
    ........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2018?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2018, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2018?.............
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
     
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?......................
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2018 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2018.)..................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2018?
    4b
     
    No
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (continued)
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    Yes
    No
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?.............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? See instructions................
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?.....
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ......
    5b
     
     
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?..........
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?.....................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
     
    8
    Is the foundation subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
    excess parachute payment during the year? .................
    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation. See instructions
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    ERNST VOLGENAU PRESIDENT
    4.00     		0 0 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    SARA L VOLGENAU SECRETARY & TREASURER
    1.00     		0 0 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    LISA VOLGENAU DIRECTOR AND VP, ENVIRONME
    17.00     		47,105 0 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    LAUREN VOLGENAU-KNAPP DIRECTOR AND VP, ENVIRONME
    17.00     		57,336 0 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    JENNIFER VOLGENAU WILEY DIRECTOR AND VP, ADMINISTR
    16.00     		48,460 0 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    MARYANNA L KIEFFER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
    40.00     		143,950 9,020 0
    8300 GREENSBORO DRIVE 950
    MCLEAN,VA22102
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    NONE
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet 0
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    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors (continued)
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet0
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1 DEMONSTRATING CONSERVATION VALUES AT PHILLIPS CREEK FARM: - CONSERVATION EASEMENTS AT PHILLIPS CREEK FARM (PCF): TVF UNDERTAKES ONGOING LANDSCAPE RESTORATION ACTIVITIES AT PCF. - SUPPORT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL NONPROFITS (AND GRANTEES): TVF MAKES PHILLIPS CREEK FARM AVAILABLE FOR USE BY LOCAL NONPROFITS FOR THEIR CONSERVATION, EDUCATION, AND FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS. TVF INVITES ITS GRANTEES AND OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO USE PCF AS A MEETING AND DEMONSTRATION SITE. 25,434
    2 ENHANCING CONSERVATION PHILANTHROPY: TVF FOSTERS COLLABORATION AMONG CONSERVATION FUNDERS FOR MAXIMUM IMPACT. - TVF IS CO-FOUNDER (WITH THE LAND FAMILY FOUNDATION) OF THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA ENVIRONMENTAL FUNDERS ORGANIZATION. IN 2018 WE HOSTED THREE EDUCATIONAL MEETINGS OF THE ORGANIZATION WITH PRESENTATIONS BY SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS. WE ALSO HOSTED A MEETING AT WHICH GRANTEES WERE INVITED TO MAKE PRESENTATIONS AND MEET OUR MEMBER FOUNDATIONS.- TVF PARTICIPATES IN COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS AMONG FUNDERS, INCLUDING THE ENVIRONMENTAL GRANTMAKERS ASSOCIATION, BLUE SKY FUNDERS NETWORK, AND THE CHESAPEAKE BAY FUNDERS NETWORK. 13,706
    3 BOARD AND STAFF EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT:- BOARD MEMBERS ATTEND EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCES AND LOCAL MEETINGS BY ASSOCIATIONS AND PARTNERS.- BOARD MEMBERS SERVE ON LOCAL ASSOCIATION COMMITTEES AND FUNDERS GROUPS.- TVF HOSTS SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS ON VARIOUS CONSERVATION ISSUES FOR BOARD EDUCATION. - BOARD AND STAFF MEMBERS PARTICIPATE IN WEBINARS AND TRAININGS. 32,036
    4  
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet0
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 8
    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    3,150,925
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    1,380,508
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    494,000
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    5,025,433
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
    0
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    5,025,433
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    75,381
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    4,950,052
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
    247,503
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount (see instructions) (Section 4942(j)(3) and (j)(5) private operating foundations and certain foreign organizations check here bullet and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    247,503
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2018 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
    6,790
    b
    Income tax for 2018. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    6,790
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    240,713
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
    0
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    240,713
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
    0
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII, line 1 ...
    7
    240,713
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    15,095,710
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
    0
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
    2,194
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    15,097,904
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b. See instructions.................
    5
    6,790
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
    15,091,114
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 9
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2017     		(c)
    2017     		(d)
    2018
    1 Distributable amount for 2018 from Part XI, line 7 240,713
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2018:
    a Enter amount for 2017 only....... 0
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20 0
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2018:
    a From 2013......  
    b From 2014......  
    c From 2015......  
    d From 2016......  
    e From 2017...... 6,548,292
    fTotal of lines 3a through e........ 6,548,292
    4Qualifying distributions for 2018 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 15,097,904
    a Applied to 2017, but not more than line 2a 0
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions).....     		0
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions)........     		0
    d Applied to 2018 distributable amount..... 240,713
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 14,857,191
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2018. 0 0
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 21,405,483
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ..........     		0
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		0
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		0
    e Undistributed income for 2017. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		0
    f Undistributed income for 2018. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2019 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
    be required - see instructions) .......     		0
    8 Excess distributions carryover from 2013 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		0
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2019.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		21,405,483
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2014....  
    b Excess from 2015....  
    c Excess from 2016....  
    d Excess from 2017.... 6,548,292
    e Excess from 2018.... 14,857,191
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 10
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2018, enter the date of the ruling....... bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2018 (b) 2017 (c) 2016 (d) 2015
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ..........     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		         
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the foundation had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    ERNST VOLGENAU
    SARA L VOLGENAU
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or email address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    cAny submission deadlines:
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 11
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION
    911 WEST 8TH AVENUE SUITE 300
    ANCHORAGE,AK99501     		NONE PC ACF TED SMITH CONSERVATION INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 15,000
    ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION
    911 WEST 8TH AVENUE SUITE 300
    ANCHORAGE,AK99501     		NONE PC ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION 500,000
    ALASKA WILDERNESS LEAGUE
    122 C STREET NW 240
    WASHINGTON,DC20001     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT FOR PROTECTION OF THE ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 150,000
    AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD TRUST
    1156 15TH ST NW 900
    WASHINGTON,DC20005     		NONE PC THE BREAKTHROUGH AT PETERSBURG NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD 1,000,000
    APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVANCY
    799 WASHINGTON STREET PO BOX 807
    HARPERS FERRY,WV25425     		NONE PC APPALACHIAN TRAIL LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIP 2,000,000
    BISHOP JOHN T WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS
    3640 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVENUE
    SE
    WASHINGTON,DC20032     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 15,000
    CALIFORNIA MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION
    99 PACIFIC ST
    MONTEREY,CA93940     		NONE PC VESSEL SPEED REDUCTION PROGRAM 100,000
    CAPITAL PARTNERS FOR EDUCATION
    1413 K STREET NW THIRD FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20005     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    CAPITAL PARTNERS FOR EDUCATION
    1413 K STREET NW THIRD FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20005     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 50,000
    CENTER FOR LARGE LANDSCAPE CONSERVATION
    303 W MENDENALL ST 4
    BOZEMAN,MT59715     		NONE PC CORRIDORS & CROSSROADS CONSERVATION 400,000
    CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION
    6 HERNDON AVENUE
    ANNAPOLIS,MD21403     		NONE PC CHESAPEAKE BAY RESTORATION PROGRAMS IN PENNSYLVANIA & VIRGINIA 250,000
    DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
    1130 17TH ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20002     		NONE PC ALASKA: COEXISTENCE WITH KENAI BROWN BEARS AND POLAR BEARS 50,000
    DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
    1130 17TH ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20002     		NONE PC PROTECTING THE FLORIDA PANTHER 15,000
    DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
    1130 17TH ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20002     		NONE PC MEXICAN GRAY WOLF RECOVERY 25,000
    DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
    1130 17TH ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20002     		NONE PC MEETING THE CHALLENGE OF CONSERVATION IN ALASKA 250,000
    EDUCATION OUTSIDE
    135 VAN NESS AVENUE ROOM 408
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102     		NONE PC BRINGING THE NEW SCHOOL DAY TO NEW COMMUNITIES 20,000
    FOR LOVE OF CHILDREN
    1763 COLUMBIA ROAD NW FIRST FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20009     		NONE PC NEIGHBORHOOD TUTORING PROGRAM 25,000
    FRIENDS OF KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS
    1212 QUINCY STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20011     		NONE PC VOLUNTEER AND EDUCATION PROGRAM 20,000
    FRIENDS OF KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS
    1212 QUINCY STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20011     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 100,000
    FRIENDS OF KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS
    1212 QUINCY STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20011     		NONE PC NATUREFEST 10,000
    FROM THE TOP
    295 HUNTINGTON AVENUE SUITE 201
    BOSTON,MA02115     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    FROM THE TOP
    295 HUNTINGTON AVENUE SUITE 201
    BOSTON,MA02115     		NONE PC FROM THE TOP'S WEST COAST EXPANSION 150,000
    GREATER YELLOWSTONE COALITION
    215 S WALLACE AVENUE
    BOZEMAN,MT59715     		NONE PC PROTECTING THE ENGINE OF THE ECOSYSTEM: GREATER YELLOWSTONE WILDLIFE MIGRATION 550,000
    LAND TRUST ALLIANCE
    1660 L ST NW STE 1100
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		NONE PC CHESAPEAKE BAY LAND AND WATER INITIATIVE 10,000
    LAND TRUST ALLIANCE
    1660 L ST NW STE 1100
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		NONE PC BEYOND ACRES: EXPANDING COMMUNITY CONSERVATION 400,000
    LAND TRUST ALLIANCECBFN
    1660 L ST NW STE 1100
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		NONE PC CHESAPEAKE BAY LAND AND WATER INITIATIVE 100,000
    LASSEN PARK FOUNDATION
    PO BOX 33 1699 HWY 273
    ANDERSON,CA96007     		NONE PC VOLCANO ADVENTURE CAMP 25,000
    LEVINE MUSIC
    2801 UPTON ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20008     		NONE PC SUPPORT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC OFFERINGS AT THEARC IN SOUTHEAST WASHINGTON 50,000
    LIGHTHAWK
    PO BOX 913239
    DENVER,CO80291     		NONE PC GENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT - AERIAL RESOURCES FOR CONSERVATION 25,000
    LIGHTHAWK
    PO BOX 913239
    DENVER,CO80291     		NONE PC AERIAL SUPPORT FOR SMALL, RESPONSIVE PROJECTS WITH BIG IMPACTS 25,000
    LIVING CLASSROOMS
    515 M STREET SE SUITE 222
    WASHINGTON,DC20003     		NONE PC E-STEM THROUGH ATHLETICS SUMMER PROGRAM 25,000
    LIVING CLASSROOMS
    515 M STREET SE SUITE 222
    WASHINGTON,DC20003     		NONE PC KINGMAN ISLAND 50,000
    MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS
    9750 MEADOWLARK GARDENS COURT
    VIENNA,VA22182     		NONE PC CURATORIAL UPGRADES, SIGNAGE AND ORGANIZATION OF PLANT RECORDS AT MBG 10,000
    MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS
    9750 MEADOWLARK GARDENS COURT
    VIENNA,VA22182     		NONE PC ORANGERIE-CONSERVATORY AT MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS 343,900
    MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
    PO BOX 1451
    NEVADA CITY,CA95959     		NONE PC EDUCATION PROGRAM 100,000
    NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION
    8601 GEORGIA AVENUE SUITE 510
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC FLORIDA KEYS NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY 50,000
    NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION- CHANNEL ISLANDS
    8601 GEORGIA AVENUE SUITE 510
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC PROTECING BLUE WHALES AND BLUE SKIES: EXPANDING A TRIAL PROGRAM OF VESSEL SPEED REDUCTION? 25,000
    NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION- SBNMS
    8601 GEORGIA AVENUE SUITE 510
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC TRACKING SEABIRDS TO IDENTIFY ECOLOGICAL HOTSPOTS AND FOOD HABITS 25,000
    NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION- SBNMS
    8601 GEORGIA AVENUE SUITE 510
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC LOOKING BELOW THE SURFACE: UNDERSTANDING HUMAN THREATS TO HUMPBACK WHALES (AK); GRADUATE STUDENT SUPPORT 30,000
    NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
    777 SIXTH STREET NW SUITE 700
    WASHINGTON,DC20001     		NONE PC PROTECTING PETERSBURG'S HISTORY, ECOSYSTEMS AND WILDLIFE 20,000
    NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
    777 SIXTH STREET NW SUITE 700
    WASHINGTON,DC20001     		NONE PC THE CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN FOR NATIONAL PARK WILDLIFE: SAFEGUARDING WILDLIFE FOR OUR NEXT 100 YEARS 500,000
    NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
    2700 F ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20566     		NONE PC YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERTS 25,000
    NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
    2700 F ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20566     		NONE PC NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA'S YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERTS 250,000
    NATUREBRIDGE- EAST COAST
    28 GEARY ST SUITE 650
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94108     		NONE PC UNDERSERVED YOUTH LIVING AND LEARNING IN PRINCE WILLIAM FOREST AND SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARKS 30,000
    NATUREBRIDGE- WEST COAST
    28 GEARY ST SUITE 650
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94108     		NONE PC PROGRAMS IN CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK, SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, AND OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK 30,000
    NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
    CENTRAL WHARF
    BOSTON,MA02110     		NONE PC CRYPTIC MORTALITY OF NORTH ATLANTIC RIGHT WHALES 50,000
    NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
    CENTRAL WHARF
    BOSTON,MA02110     		NONE PC BUILDING ROPES THAT WORK FOR FISHERMEN AND ARE SAFE FOR WHALES 25,000
    NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
    CENTRAL WHARF
    BOSTON,MA02110     		NONE PC MONITORING NORTH ATLANTIC RIGHT WHALE INJURIES AND THE ASSOCIATED IMPACTS ON HEALTH 15,000
    NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
    CENTRAL WHARF
    BOSTON,MA02110     		NONE PC DEFINING SUCCESS CRITERIA FOR ROPELESS FISHING IN THE GULD OF MAINE 150,000
    OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
    PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY PO BOX
    751 MAILSTOPINR
    PORTLAND,OR97207     		NONE PC IMPERILED FISHER CONSERVATION; SCIENCE-BASED RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF MATURE FORESTS 15,000
    PEER FORWARD
    1140 3RD ST NE 320
    WASHINGTON,DC20002     		NONE PC POST-SECONDARY PLANNING FOR LOW-INCOME STUDENTS IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION 15,000
    PEOPLE AND CARNIVORES
    104 E MAIN ST 307
    BOZEMAN,MT59715     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 150,000
    PEOPLE AND CARNIVORES
    104 E MAIN ST 307
    BOZEMAN,MT59715     		NONE PC RANGELAND COEXISTENCE AND KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER 20,000
    PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL
    PO BOX 460 45 HORNER STREET
    WARRENTON,VA20188     		NONE PC THUMB RUN HABITAT RESTORATION INITIATIVE/GENERAL SUPPORT 25,000
    PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL
    PO BOX 460 45 HORNER STREET
    WARRENTON,VA20188     		NONE PC LAND CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIPS IN THE VIRGINIA PIEDMONT 500,000
    POINT BLUE CONSERVATION SCIENCE
    3820 CYPRESS DR SUITE 11
    PETALUMA,CA94954     		NONE PC FARALLON MARINE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION & RESEARCH 30,000
    POTOMAC CONSERVANCY
    8403 COLESVILLE ROAD SUITE 805
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC SAVING WHITE HORSE MOUNTAIN 90,000
    POTOMAC CONSERVANCY
    8403 COLESVILLE ROAD SUITE 805
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC BUILDING A CONSERVATION HUB IN THE SOUTH BRANCH VALLEY 25,000
    RIVER PARTNERS
    580 VALLOMBROSA AVE
    CHICO,CA95926     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 50,000
    RIVER PARTNERS
    580 VALLOMBROSA AVE
    CHICO,CA95926     		NONE PC SACRAMENTO RIVER SALMONID STRANDING REDUCTION AND FLOODPLAIN HABITAT RESTORATION PROJECT 15,000
    SIERRA STREAMS INSTITUTE
    431 UREN ST SUITE C
    NEVADA CITY,CA95959     		NONE PC INTEGRATING SCIENTIFIC AND TRADITIONAL ASSESSMENTS WITH THE NISENAN 10,000
    SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE
    1500 REMOUNT ROAD
    FRONT ROYAL,VA22630     		NONE PC SMITHSONIAN-MASON VOLGENAU ACADEMIC CENTER 3,000,000
    SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE
    1500 REMOUNT ROAD
    FRONT ROYAL,VA22630     		NONE PC CANID REPRODUCTION RESEARCH 10,000
    SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE
    1500 REMOUNT ROAD
    FRONT ROYAL,VA22630     		NONE PC MOOREA REEF RECOVERY INITIATIVE 10,000
    SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE
    1500 REMOUNT ROAD
    FRONT ROYAL,VA22630     		NONE PC VA WORKING LANDSCAPES 20,000
    THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CALIFORNIA
    201 MISSION STREET
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94105     		NONE PC BIRD RETURNS: DYNAMIC CONSERVATION FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS 100,000
    THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CALIFORNIA
    201 MISSION STREET
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94105     		NONE PC BUILDING A LEGACY: THE JACK AND LAURA DANGERMOND PRESERVE 500,000
    THE OCEAN FOUNDATION
    1320 19TH STREET NW 5TH FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		NONE PC OCEAN CONNECTORS: CONNECTING YOUTH FOR CONSERVATION 30,000
    THE OCEAN FOUNDATION
    1320 19TH STREET NW 5TH FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		NONE PC OCEAN CONNECTORS: CONNECTING YOUTH FOR CONSERVATION 15,000
    TNC- VA COAST RESERVE
    490 WESTFIELD ROAD
    CHARLOTTESVILLE,VA22901     		NONE PC ENHANCING AND INSPIRING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT THE VIRGINIA COAST RESERVE 100,000
    TRUSTEES FOR ALASKA
    1026 W 4TH AVE
    ANCHORAGE,AK99501     		NONE PC TRUSTEES FOR ALASKA: USING THE LAW TO DEFEND & PROTECT ALASKA'S LANDS, WATERS, WILDLIFE & PEOPLE 100,000
    UNITED WAY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
    2280 BENTON DR
    REDDING,CA96003     		NONE PC NORCAL DISASTER FIRE RELIEF 300,000
    VA EASTERN SHORE LAND TRUST
    36076 LANKFORD WAY
    BELLE HAVEN,VA23306     		NONE PC CAMPAIGN FOR RURAL LANDS 25,000
    WILD OCEANS
    PO BOX 258
    WATERFORD,VA20197     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 20,000
    WILD OCEANS
    PO BOX 258
    WATERFORD,VA20197     		NONE PC SUSTAINABLE FISHING FOR BIG FISH 15,000
    WILDLANDS NETWORK
    1402 3RD AVE STE 1019
    SEATTLE,WA98101     		NONE PC IMPROVING WILDLIFE HABITAT CONNECTIVITY ACROSS I-40 NEXT TO GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK 100,000
    WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY
    2300 SOUTHER BLVD
    BRONX,NY10460     		NONE PC CONSERVATION THROUGH THE EYES OF WILDLIFE: A SHARED VISION FOR CONNECTIVITY AND COEXISTENCE 530,000
    WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
    1645 TRAP ROAD
    VIENNA,VA22182     		NONE PC PRE-SCHOOL STEM THROUGH THE ARTS 15,000
    WOODS HOLE OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTION
    86 WATER ST
    WOODS HOLE,MA02543     		NONE PC ROPELESS: BUILDING AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE BASIS FOR ROPELESS TRAP FISHING 100,000
    YELLOWSTONE TO YUKON CONSERVATION INITIATIVE
    PO BOX 157
    BOZEMAN,MT59771     		NONE PC MAPPING THE WOLVERINE WAY 25,000
    YELLOWSTONE TO YUKON CONSERVATION INITIATIVE
    PO BOX 157
    BOZEMAN,MT59771     		NONE PC Y2Y: CONNECTING AND PROTECTING WILDLIFE HABITAT, SO THAT BOTH PEOPLE AND NATURE CAN THRIVE 392,000
    Total .................................bullet 3a 14,455,900
    bApproved for future payment
    CAPITAL PARTNERS FOR EDUCATION
    1413 K STREET NW THIRD FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20005     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    FOR LOVE OF CHILDREN
    1763 COLUMBIA ROAD NW FIRST FLOOR
    WASHINGTON,DC20009     		NONE PC NEIGHBORHOOD TUTORING PROGRAM 25,000
    FRIENDS OF KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS
    1212 QUINCY STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20011     		NONE PC VOLUNTEER AND EDUCATION PROGRAM 20,000
    FROM THE TOP
    295 HUNTINGTON AVENUE SUITE 201
    BOSTON,MA02115     		NONE PC GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000
    LASSEN PARK FOUNDATION
    PO BOX 33 1699 HWY 273
    ANDERSON,CA96007     		NONE PC VOLCANO ADVENTURE CAMP 25,000
    LIVING CLASSROOMS
    515 M STREET SE SUITE 222
    WASHINGTON,DC20003     		NONE PC E-STEM THROGH ATHLETICS SUMMER PROGRAM 25,000
    MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS
    9750 MEADOWLARK GARDENS COURT
    VIENNA,VA22182     		NONE PC CURATORIAL UPGRADES, SIGNAGE AND ORGANIZATION OF PLANT RECORDS AT MBG 10,000
    NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY FOUNDATION
    8601 GEORGIA AVENUE SUITE 510
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC TRACKING SEABIRDS TO IDENTIFY ECOLOGICAL HOT SPOTS AND FOOD HABITS 25,000
    NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
    2700 F ST NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20566     		NONE PC YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERTS 25,000
    NATUREBRIDGE-WEST COAST
    28 GEARY ST SUITE 650
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94108     		NONE PC MOUNTAINS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, AND OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK 30,000
    NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
    CENTRAL WHARF
    BOSTON,MA02110     		NONE PC BUILDING ROPES THAT WORK FOR FISHERMEN AND ARE SAFE FOR WHALES 25,000
    PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL
    PO BOX 460 45 HORNER STREET
    WARRENTON,VA20188     		NONE PC THUMB RUN HABITAT RESTORATION INITIATIVE/GENERAL SUPPORT 25,000
    POTOMAC CONSERVANCY
    8403 COLESVILLE ROAD SUITE 805
    SILVER SPRING,MD20910     		NONE PC BUILDING A CONSERVATION HUB IN SOUTH BRANCH VALLEY 25,000
    THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IN VIRGINIA--VA COAST RESERVE
    11332 BROWNSVILLE RD
    NASSAWADOX,VA23413     		NONE PC VIRGINIA COAST RESERVE 100,000
    VIRGINIA EASTERN SHORE LAND TRUST
    36076 LANKFORD WAY
    BELLE HAVEN,VA23306     		NONE PC CAMPAIGN FOR RURAL LANDS 25,000
    THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CALIFORNIA
    201 MISSION STREET
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94105     		NONE PC BIRD RETURNS: DYNAMIC CONSERVATION FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS 100,000
    Total .................................bullet 3b 505,000
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 12
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3 Interest on savings and temporary cash
    investments ...........     		    14 707  
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 60,436  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....     16 4,720  
    6 Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
    7 Other investment income.....          
    8 Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than
    inventory ............     		    18 632,922  
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory          
    11 Other revenue:
    aPARTNERSHIP LOSS     		    14 -619,610  
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e).. 0 79,175 0
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    13
    79,175
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Form 990-PF (2018)
    Page 13
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    Yes
    No
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.

    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527? ...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
    Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below
    (see instr.)?
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    Paid Preparer Use Only Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date PTIN
    Firm's name SmallBullet
    		 Firm's EIN SmallBullet
    Firm's address SmallBullet


    		 Phone no.
    Form 990-PF (2018)
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    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990, 990-EZ,
    or 990-PF)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors

    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Arrow Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2018
    Name of the organization
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    54-1738281
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ






    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule
    Special Rules
    ......... Arrow Bullet $  
    Caution. An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
    Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018) Page 2
    Name of organization
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number
    54-1738281
    Part I
    Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
    ERNST & SARA VOLGENAU
     
    8302 SUMMERWOOD DRIVE
     
    MCLEAN, VA22101

    		$ 11,000,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
    Page 3
    Name of organization
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    54-1738281
    Part II
    Noncash Property (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
    Page 4
    Name of organization
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    54-1738281
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
    Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)

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    TY 2018 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    ACCOUNTING 41,405 0   42,490

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    TY 2018 DepreciationSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description of Property Date Acquired Cost or Other Basis Prior Years' Depreciation Computation Method Rate /
    Life (# of years)    		 Current Year's Depreciation Expense Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Cost of Goods Sold Not Included
    COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 2001-08-24 3,366 3,366 SL 3.000000000000 0 0    
    COTTAGE CONSTRUCTION 1997-12-16 227,627 119,896 SL 39.000000000000 5,837 0    
    EQUIPMENT 1998-04-01 6,094 3,900 200DB 5.000000000000 219 0    
    FURNITURE & FIXTURES 1997-12-12 9,949 9,949 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0    
    LAND 1997-12-12 100,000   SL 39.000000000000 0 0    
    PHILLIPS CREEK FARM 2008-01-15 1,221,722   SL 39.000000000000 0 0    
    LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS 1926-03-29 2,355 882 SL 7.000000000000 504 0    

    TY 2018 InvestmentsCorpStockSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Name of Stock End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    PUBLICLY TRADED SECURITIES 1,366,356 1,366,356

    TY 2018 LegalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    LEGAL 32,033 0   32,033


    TY 2018 OtherAssetsSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value End of Year - Fair Market Value
    SECURITY DEPOSITS 7,379 7,379 7,379


    TY 2018 OtherDecreasesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Amount
    UNREALIZED LOSS 641,425


    TY 2018 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    PAYROLL PROCESSING FEES 4,226 0   4,226
    GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES 367 0   367
    OFFICE SUPPLIES 705 0   705
    TELEPHONE AND INTERNET 1,259 0   1,259
    POSTAGE AND DELIVERY 247 0   247
    DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS 32,039 0   32,039
    LICENSES AND PERMITS 45 0   45
    SERVICE AGREEMENTS 1,707 0   1,707
    OFFICE EQUIPMENT 1,213 0   1,213
    SMALL OFFICE FURNITURE 1,653 0   1,653
    MEALS 2,960 0   2,960
    BANK CHARGES 120 0   120
    INSURANCE - LIABILITY 4,781 0   4,781
    MISCELLANEOUS 182 0   182
    FARM OPERATING EXPENSES 16,954 0   16,954


    TY 2018 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    PARTNERSHIP LOSS -619,610   -619,610


    TY 2018 OtherIncreasesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Amount
    PRIOR PERIOD ADJUSTMENT 20,929


    TY 2018 OtherLiabilitiesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value
    DEFERRED EXCISE TAX 12,687 0
    EXCISE TAX PAYABLE 8,241 0
    INVESTMENT IN PRIVATE EQUITY FUND 0 619,610


    TY 2018 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    IT CONSULTING 7,605 0   7,605
    INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT 16,589 16,589   0
    OTHER CONSULTING 78,143 0   61,643


    TY 2018 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    THE VOLGENAU FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    54-1738281
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    PAYROLL TAXES 23,586 0   23,632
    PROPERTY TAXES 8,976 3,223   5,753
    OTHER BUSINESS TAXES 135 0   135
    EXCISE TAXES 16,477 0   0