Maxon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maxon Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $10,500. 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$30,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$606,102
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27,650 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,650 | 23 | $551,916 |
| 2024 | $30,500 | 22 | $606,102 |
How to apply
Maxon 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 Maxon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 16 | $23,350 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $300 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Albans School | Educational | $10,500 |
| Bishop Walker School for Boys | Educational | $3,500 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | Educational | $3,500 |
| Duke University | Educational | $3,000 |
| Wadsworth-Sulgrave Historic Preservation Foundation | Preservation | $3,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | Cultural | $1,500 |
| St Patricks Epsicopal Day School | Educational | $1,000 |
| Wendt Center for Loss & Healing | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Washington Winter Show | Charitable | $650 |
| Metropolitan Club Preservation Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| St John's Church | Religious | $500 |
| Palisades Village | Charitable | $400 |
| Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center | Charitable | $250 |
| House of Ruth | Charitable | $200 |
| Jubilee Jobs | Educational | $200 |
| Potomac School - Annual Fund | Educational | $200 |
| Avalon Theater Project | Charitable | $100 |
| Deerfield Academy | Charitable | $100 |
| Friends of Sulgrave Manor | Charitable | $100 |
| Iona House | Charitable | $100 |
| Levine School of Music | Charitable | $100 |
| Nscda - Dumbarton House | Cultural | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Sophia M Ackerly
- Dana T Ackerly
Questions people ask
Does Maxon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maxon Foundation give?
$30,500 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Maxon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sophia M Ackerly (Trustee) and Dana T Ackerly (Trustee).
What does Maxon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.