Mary Gard Jameson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Gard Jameson Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $765,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $65,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$765,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$65,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $345,000 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $230,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $345,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $765,000 | 10 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Mary Gard Jameson 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $765,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Conservation | General support | $150,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Onereef Worldwide Stewardship | General support | $125,000 |
| Legacy Works Group | General support | $80,000 |
| Wildcoast | General support | $80,000 |
| University of Southern California | General support | $50,000 |
| Wild Aid | General support | $50,000 |
| Five Gyres Institute | General support | $35,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | General support | $25,000 |
| Blue Latitudes Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Gard Jameson
- Valerie J Merritt Part Year
- Michael Sutton
- Parker Howes
- Lida Teneva
Questions people ask
Does Mary Gard Jameson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Gard Jameson Foundation give?
$765,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $65,000.
Who runs Mary Gard Jameson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Gard Jameson (Trustee), Valerie J Merritt Part Year (Trustee), Michael Sutton (Trustee) and Parker Howes (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.