Maxwell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maxwell Foundation is a private foundation in Fresno, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,800 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,100. 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$15,800
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,100
- Assets$0
How to apply
Maxwell 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 Maxwell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2 | $6,100 |
| California | 3 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,600 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $5,100 | |
| Central Valley Community Foundation | Support the operations and needs of Central Valley Community Foundation. | $2,500 |
| Southern Virginia University | Support the operations and needs of Southern Virginia University | $2,500 |
| The Shalom Foundation | Support the operations and needs of The Shalom Foundation. | $1,500 |
| Fresno Mission | Support the operations and needs of the Fresno Mission | $1,250 |
| Jackson Hole Land Trust | Support the operations and needs of Jackson Hole Land Trust. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | $500 | |
| American Cancer Society | Support the operations and needs of American Cancer Society. | $250 |
| The Leadership Institute | Support the operations and needs of The Leadership Institute | $100 |
| National Parks Conservation Associa | Support the operations and needs of the National Parks Conservation Assoc | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Maxwell
- Carla Maxwell
- Andrea Davis
- Scott Maxwell
- Lindsey Maxwell Wennerth
- Brian Maxwell
Questions people ask
Does Maxwell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maxwell Foundation give?
$15,800 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Maxwell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James R Maxwell (President), Carla Maxwell (Sec/Treas/Dir), Andrea Davis (Director) and Scott Maxwell (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Maxwell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.