Jones Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jones Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Charles, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,601 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $13,000. 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$18,601
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$105,328
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $19,300 the year before.
36% 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 | $19,300 | 16 | $82,913 |
| 2024 | $18,601 | 22 | $105,328 |
How to apply
Jones Charitable 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 Jones Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 9 | $16,450 |
| Illinois | 2 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $300 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $251 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250 |
| Kansas | 1 | $200 |
| Indiana | 1 | $150 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $150 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church | Support services | $13,000 |
| Friends of SHJ State Park | Support services | $1,000 |
| Imperial Calcasieu Museum | Support services | $1,000 |
| McNeese State University | Support services | $600 |
| Alzheimers Assn | Support services | $250 |
| Earthwatch | Support services | $250 |
| Friends of LPB | Support services | $250 |
| Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana | Support Services | $250 |
| Sae Fdn | Support services | $250 |
| US Olympic Committee | Support Services | $250 |
| National Geographic | Support services | $200 |
| World War II Museum | Support services | $200 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support services | $200 |
| Alpha Chi Sigma | Support services | $150 |
| Odk Foundation | Support services | $150 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Support Services | $150 |
| Eag Fdn | Support Services | $100 |
| Tulane University | Support services | $100 |
| Uso | Support services | $100 |
| Victory Worship Center | Support services | $100 |
| Calcasieu Parish Library | Support services | $50 |
| Harvard University | Support services | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert G Jones
- Sarah Q Jones
Questions people ask
Does Jones Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jones Charitable Foundation give?
$18,601 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Jones Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert G Jones (Trustee) and Sarah Q Jones (Trustee).
What does Jones Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.