Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Damariscotta, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$68,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,500 the year before.
89% 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 | $55,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $52,500 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $68,000 | 9 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Edward L & Ruth J 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 Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 4 | $45,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chop Point School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Cornerstone Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Holy Church of the C&ma | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cities Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Calvary Road Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Redeemer Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Damariscotta Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert B Gregory
Questions people ask
Does Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation give?
$68,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert B Gregory (Trustee).
What does Edward L & Ruth J Jones Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.