The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation is a private foundation in Scotts Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $15.2 million in 64 grants; the typical grant was $48,000 and the largest $1.9 million. 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$15.2 million
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$48,000
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14.7 million the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $12.1 million | 59 | $1.3 million |
| 2023 | $14.7 million | 61 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $15.2 million | 64 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme 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 The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $6.0 million |
| North Carolina | 4 | $1.7 million |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1.6 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Texas | 4 | $1.4 million |
| Georgia | 7 | $1.2 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $501,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $330,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $305,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joni & Friends | Religious | $1.9 million |
| Ijm | Education | $1.5 million |
| Prison Fellowship | Religious | $1.5 million |
| Mercy Ships | Health and wellness | $1.3 million |
| Samaritans Purse | Religious | $1.2 million |
| Salvation Army | Religious | $1.0 million |
| Impact France | Religious | $800,000 |
| Mount Hermon | Religious | $750,000 |
| Gateway Bible Church | Religious | $500,400 |
| City Team Ministries | Religious | $500,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | Religious | $500,000 |
| Wheaton College | Education | $500,000 |
| Emmaus Inn Ministries | Religious | $300,000 |
| Luis Palau Association | Religious | $300,000 |
| Young Life Capernaum Project | Religious | $300,000 |
| 100 Fold Studio | Religious | $250,000 |
| The Timothy Initiative | Religious | $250,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | Religious | $200,000 |
| Cru | Religious | $150,000 |
| Elam Ministries | Religious | $150,000 |
| Friends of Forman Christan College | Religious | $150,000 |
| Partners International | Religious | $150,000 |
| Pajaro Rescue Mission | Religious | $150,000 |
| Misson of Grace | Religious | $110,000 |
| Hope Heals | Religious | $100,000 |
| Spoken Worldwide | Religious | $80,000 |
| Frontiers | Religious | $50,000 |
| Global Media Outreach | Religious | $50,000 |
| Jungle Aviation and Relay Service | Religious | $50,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center | Religious | $50,000 |
| Wycliff Bible Translators | Religious | $50,000 |
| Young Life Woodleaf Camp | Religious | $50,000 |
| Lichen Oaks Adaptive Riding Center | Social improvement | $46,000 |
| Young Life Capernaum Project | Religious | $45,000 |
| Lone Tree Bible Ranch | Social improvement | $30,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Religious | $30,000 |
| World Team Missions | Religious | $30,000 |
| Center for Education Reform | Education | $25,000 |
| Mission Bridge | Religious | $25,000 |
| Spondylitis Association of America | Health and wellness | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- E Floyd Kvamme
- Todd Kvamme
- Damon Kvamme
Questions people ask
Does The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation give?
$15.2 million in tax year 2024, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $48,000.
Who runs The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists E Floyd Kvamme (Trustee), Todd Kvamme (Trustee) and Damon Kvamme (Trustee).
What does The Jean & E Floyd Kvamme Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.