John Vos Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John Vos Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Laurel, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $839,349 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$839,349
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$18.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
22% 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 | $668,565 | 50 | $17.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 51 | $17.6 million |
| 2025 | $839,349 | 54 | $18.2 million |
How to apply
John Vos Family Foundation 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 John Vos Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 21 | $411,915 |
| Massachusetts | 12 | $220,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $103,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $52,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,770 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Community Music School | Music school that serves the greater boston community through education and performance | $100,000 |
| YWCA | Supports women through education and anti-violence programs | $100,000 |
| Lighthouse Friends of | Homeless shelter | $98,865 |
| Manna House Inc | Homeless shelter | $60,000 |
| Jjoy Foundation | International partner projects focused on improving shelter, education, and health | $50,000 |
| Casa of Anne Arudel County | Support for abused children | $37,750 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Food bank | $30,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Help low income children with clothing, school supplies | $26,000 |
| Elder Care Services of Cape Cod & Islands | Provides meals and other services to frail seniors | $25,000 |
| Indian Creek School | School educational | $25,000 |
| Kennedy Krieger Institute | Patient care, education and community outreach | $25,000 |
| Ms Center of SW Florida | Help for persons with multiple sclerosis | $25,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank the | Food bank | $20,000 |
| Liberty Youth Ranch | Support for abused children | $20,000 |
| Anne Arundel County Food Bank | Food bank | $15,000 |
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | Educational - support for colonial williamsburg | $15,000 |
| St Matthews House | Emergency and transitional housing | $12,500 |
| Casa of Boston | Support for abused children | $12,000 |
| Casa of Eastern Panhandle | Support for abused children | $12,000 |
| Cape Cod Mass Appeal | Community organization that helps with family needs to improve quality of life | $10,500 |
| Community Foundation of Collier County | Community foundation | $10,000 |
| Stone House | Supports individuals survivors of domestic abuse | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Providing mortgage-free homes to gold star and first responder families with young children and smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Care and support of needy elderly persons | $8,000 |
| Special Olympics Maryland | Support of disabled athletes | $7,000 |
| Beltsville Adventist School | Education | $5,000 |
| Hope for All | A christian ministry that provides furniture, household items, and clothing. | $5,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | Food bank | $5,000 |
| Mission of Deeds | Provide basic home necessities to those in need | $5,000 |
| More Than Words | Provides training and employment to court-involved, homeless and fostered youth | $5,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Housing for lgbt women | $5,000 |
| St Mary's Parish | Church | $5,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Distributes toys to children from families with limited resources | $4,000 |
| Fuller Center for Housing Inc | Seeks to eradicate poverty housing by rehabilitating homes for people in need | $3,770 |
| Cafe of Life | Community organization that helps individuals with basic needs | $2,500 |
| Carter's United Methodist Church | Church | $2,500 |
| Severn River Association | Preserving the severn river in maryland through community interaction | $2,500 |
| SPCA of Anne Arundel County | Animal welfare | $2,500 |
| Summit County Rescue Group | Volunteer mountain rescue group | $2,500 |
| Childrens Miracle Network | Supporting children's hospitals in the u.s. And canada | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Vos
- Tricia J Vos
- Robin M Vos
- Christine A Vos
Questions people ask
Does John Vos Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Vos Family Foundation Inc give?
$839,349 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John Vos Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Vos (President), Tricia J Vos (Vice President), Robin M Vos (Vice President) and Christine A Vos (Secretary/Treasuer).
What does John Vos Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and youth programs.