Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $820,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$820,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
80% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 7 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $820,000 | 10 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 3 | $450,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $210,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University Foundation - Jerry F Tardy Center | General purposes | $300,000 |
| Trans World Radio (TWR) | General purposes | $210,000 |
| Cynisca Cycling Inc | General purposes | $100,000 |
| The Carter Center | General purposes | $50,000 |
| USA Cycling Foundation | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Wheeler Mission - Bloomington | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Chill Foundation | General purposes | $30,000 |
| American Red Cross - California Wildfires | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Serge - Will Reed Fund | General purposes | $10,000 |
| The New York City Leadership Center Inc - Movementorg | General purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey C Jones
- Margaret Jones
Questions people ask
Does Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family Foundation give?
$820,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Jeffrey and Margaret Jones Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey C Jones (Trustee) and Margaret Jones (Trustee).