James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc
Preselected recipients only
James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc is a private foundation in Merrillville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $133,639 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $43,139. 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$133,639
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$43,139
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $143,295 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $140,732 | 10 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $143,295 | 10 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $133,639 | 9 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
James A Gammon Charitable Fdn 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 A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $43,139 |
| Indiana | 3 | $39,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $12,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough T1D | Medical research & education | $43,139 |
| Family Outreach Ministries | Social services | $24,000 |
| Cru Foundation | Ministry resource & education | $20,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Research and cancer treatment | $15,000 |
| Riley's Children Foundation | Childhood medical research & care | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Childhood medical support & care | $7,500 |
| Hospice of the Calumet Area | Social services | $5,000 |
| La Rabida Children's Hospital | Childhood medical care | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical research | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Viola Ann Gammon Botterman
- James A Gammon III
- George W Carberry
Questions people ask
Does James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc give?
$133,639 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Viola Ann Gammon Botterman (Dir/V.p.), James A Gammon III (Dir/Pres.) and George W Carberry (Director/Sec).
What does James A Gammon Charitable Fdn Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.