James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $275,098 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$275,098
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $63,055 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $44,430 | 17 | $2.3 million |
| 2023 | $63,055 | 17 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $275,098 | 17 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc 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 James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 13 | $171,098 |
| Virginia | 2 | $102,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| George Mason University Foundation Inc | Donation to further charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Higher Achievement | Donation to further charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| The Kennedy Center | Donation to further charitable purpose | $30,563 |
| The Brookings Institution | Donation to further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Donation to further charitable purpose | $7,940 |
| Washington National Cathedral | Donation to further charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Elizabeth Dole Foundation | Donation to further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| National Archives Foundation | Donation to further charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Weta | Donation to further charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| The White House Historical Association | Donation to further charitable purpose | $1,149 |
| Freedom Forum | Donation to further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Library of Congress | Donation to further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| National Constitution Center | Donation to further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | Donation to further charitable purpose | $996 |
| The Historical Society of Washington DC (DC History Center) | Donation to further charitable purpose | $950 |
| George Washington University Museum | Donation to further charitable purpose | $500 |
| Nashville Symphony | Donation to further charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Beers
- Linda K Beers
Questions people ask
Does James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc give?
$275,098 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James R Beers (President/Director) and Linda K Beers (Vp/Secy/Treas/Director).
What does James R and Linda Beers Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.