Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $292,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $13,500 and the largest $62,500. 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$292,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$13,500
- Largest grant$62,500
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $199,000 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $229,500 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $288,658 | 17 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $199,000 | 14 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $292,500 | 16 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Jennifer and Jonathan Blum 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 Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 12 | $216,500 |
| California | 2 | $45,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marthas Vineyard Boys and Girls Club Incorporated | Capital campaign to build a new Club on Martha's Vineyard | $62,500 |
| Marthas Vineyard Museum Inc | Bruce The Shark | $30,000 |
| National Film Preserve LTD | Charitable Event | $30,000 |
| Sanctuary at Homestead | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Vineyard Conservation Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Museum Inc | Centennial Campaign | $25,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Museum Inc | Collections Purchase | $15,000 |
| Uc Santa Barbara Foundation | UCSB Arts & Lectures | $15,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Museum Inc | Charitable Event | $12,000 |
| Island Grown Initiative LTD | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Film Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sheriffs Meadow Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Antique Scrimshaw Collectors Association Inc | Book by Dr. Stuart Frank purchase and distribution | $5,000 |
| MV Youth Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Young Mens Christian Association Blue Ridge Assemb | Green Rocker Society | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Vance Blum
- Andrew Davis Blum
- Christopher Guion Blum
- Jennifer Blum
- Jonathan Blum
Questions people ask
Does Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation give?
$292,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $13,500.
Who runs Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amanda Vance Blum (VP), Andrew Davis Blum (VP), Christopher Guion Blum (VP) and Jennifer Blum (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jennifer and Jonathan Blum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.