Virginia L Jones Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Virginia L Jones Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
91% of its 2025 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 | $105,000 | 8 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 5 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 11 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Virginia L Jones 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 Virginia L Jones Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $105,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Pacific Medical Center Foundation | To support the Kalmanovitz Child Development Center | $25,000 |
| Catalyst Domestic Violence Services | To support the Crisis Intervention program | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Northwest California | To support the Future Citizen Fund | $10,000 |
| Catholic Ladies Relief Society #3 | To support the Chico Community Food Locker program | $10,000 |
| Enloe Hospital Foundation | To support the surgery center | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools | To support the Annual Fund | $10,000 |
| University Foundation California State University Chico | To support the 530 Food Rescue Coalition Fund | $10,000 |
| Chico State Enterprises | To support programs that serve older adults and caregivers | $5,000 |
| Progress Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Soroptimist International of Chico | To support the development of a new educational outreach program for women and young adults | $5,000 |
| Youth for Change | To support the Homeless Emergency Action Response Team program | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristine R Johnston
- Gary E Botto
Questions people ask
Does Virginia L Jones Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Virginia L Jones Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Virginia L Jones Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kristine R Johnston (Director, President) and Gary E Botto (Director, Sec'y/Treasurer).
What does Virginia L Jones Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and human services.