Jones Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jones Family Foundation is a private foundation in Selma, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $96,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$96,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $86,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $86,000 | 8 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $96,000 | 8 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Jones Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Jones Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 8 | $96,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church Street Methodist Church | Charity | $60,000 |
| Arts Revive | Charity | $10,000 |
| Sky Hill Animal Shelter | Charity | $10,000 |
| Cemetary Preservation Group LLC | Charity | $5,000 |
| Selma Dallas Co Historic Preservation Society | Charity | $5,000 |
| Wannabe | Charity | $3,000 |
| Evans Special Benefit Fund | Charity | $2,000 |
| Cahaba Foundation | Charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Larry Jones
- William L Jones Jr
- Judy J Free
Questions people ask
Does Jones Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jones Family Foundation give?
$96,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jones Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Larry Jones (Trustee), William L Jones Jr (Trustee) and Judy J Free (Trustee).
What does Jones Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.