The Ethan James Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ethan James Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,975 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$10,975
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $26,500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $26,500 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $10,975 | 11 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Ethan James 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 Ethan James Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $475 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fairvote | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Colorado College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Denver Dumb Friends League | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Friends of Chamber Music | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Public Broadcasting of Colorado Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Trustees of Tufts College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Trustees of Tufts College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| University of Virginia Law School Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Denver Tennis Park Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Friends of the Dillon Ranger District A Co Nonprof | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Pomona College | General & Unrestricted | $475 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger George
- Janet Moore
- Brian K Thomson
Questions people ask
Does The Ethan James Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ethan James Foundation give?
$10,975 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Ethan James Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger George (Dir), Janet Moore (Dir, VP) and Brian K Thomson (Dir, Pres).
What does The Ethan James Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.