Gaines-Jones Scholars
Preselected recipients only
Gaines-Jones Scholars is a private foundation in Novato, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$16,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$19,353
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,500 | 15 | $0 |
| 2024 | $11,500 | 11 | $15,022 |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 15 | $19,353 |
How to apply
Gaines-Jones Scholars 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 Gaines-Jones Scholars funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $11,500 |
| Georgia | 4 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | College Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Excellence in Teaching Award | $2,000 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | College Scholarship | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anita J Roehrick
- Robert Roehrick
Questions people ask
Does Gaines-Jones Scholars accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gaines-Jones Scholars give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Gaines-Jones Scholars?
Its 2025 filing lists Anita J Roehrick (Executive Dir.) and Robert Roehrick (Trustee).
What does Gaines-Jones Scholars fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.