Jewell Foundation Limited
Preselected recipients only
Jewell Foundation Limited is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,084 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,084 and the largest $10,000. 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$110,084
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,084
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,500 the year before.
37% of its 2025 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 | $70,946 | 26 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $101,500 | 32 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $110,084 | 35 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Jewell Foundation Limited 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 Jewell Foundation Limited funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $47,584 |
| Maryland | 6 | $21,000 |
| New York | 7 | $16,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $8,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East Bay Community Law Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mount Tamalpais College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Dolores Huerta Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Physicians for A National Health Program | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Positive Communications Practices | Charitable | $6,000 |
| C & O Canal Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Glen Echo Park Partnership | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Water Center | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Potomac Conservancy | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Actblue Charities Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Food & Water Watch | Charitable | $3,000 |
| One Fair Wage | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Metro DC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Maryland Citizens' Health Intiative Education Fund Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Union of Concerned Scientists | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable | $2,084 |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| John Muir Land Trust | Charitable | $2,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Physicians for Social Responsibility | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Propublica Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Rubicon Program | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Smith College Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Students for Voting Justice | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Actors' Fund of America (DBA Entertainment Community Fund) | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Valley Voices | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Berkeley Community Scholars | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Charitable | $1,000 |
| K9S for Warriors | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Mercy Health Clinic Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Independent Arts & Media | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Center on Race Poverty & the Environment | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Deutsch
- Deborah J Schumann
- Jessica D Jewell
Questions people ask
Does Jewell Foundation Limited accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jewell Foundation Limited give?
$110,084 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,084.
Who runs Jewell Foundation Limited?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert J Deutsch (President), Deborah J Schumann (Vice Pres/Secty) and Jessica D Jewell (Treasurer).
What does Jewell Foundation Limited fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.