The Buchly Charity Fund Of Federal Lodge #1 Faam
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial assistance and support to various causes and communities. Its mission focuses on aiding individuals and organizations in need, particularly through financial support for human services, community service, and religious institutions. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to addressing issues such as homelessness and financial literacy, as evidenced by its grants to organizations that serve these populations. While it operates primarily in the Washington, DC area, it also supports initiatives in other states, reflecting a broader commitment to community welfare.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small or mid-sized community organizations, faith-based groups, or human‑service nonprofits seeking modest one-time grants and with regional ties or introductions to the trustees.
Good Fit
- • Requests in the typical award range (roughly under $10K).
- • Programs in human services, homeless services, community service, or local faith-based activities.
- • A clear regional connection to DC/VA/MD or an introduction from a mutual contact.
- • Capacity to receive one-off financial assistance rather than large multi-year core support.
Geography
Grants in the latest year reached recipients in six different states, so observed giving is multi-state with concentration in the Mid‑Atlantic (notably Virginia and DC).
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 19 distinct recipients spanning charities, faith groups, community organizations and named individuals, indicating a broad recipient set for the foundation's size despite some dollar concentration among the top recipients.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of recipient turnover is unavailable from a single year, but the foundation explicitly reports it considers only preselected applicants, which makes it unlikely that unfamiliar organizations can readily enter the portfolio without a referral or trustee relationship.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
