Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mt Airy, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,200 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$180,200
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $128,100 the year before.
26% 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 | $112,750 | 15 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $128,100 | 16 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $180,200 | 20 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate 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 Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 9 | $77,500 |
| Virginia | 5 | $55,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $2,700 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Appalachian Project | Improving lives in appalachia | $30,000 |
| Living Legacy | West luray rec center | $30,000 |
| Mount Airy Christian Academy | Annual fund | $30,000 |
| Rileyville Baptist Church | Benevolence fund | $15,000 |
| Cooperative Aid | Medical mission trips | $12,000 |
| Crossroads Freedom Center | Recovery program | $10,000 |
| Bread and Fish Inc | Ministry outreach | $10,000 |
| Mt Airy Bible Church | General fund | $7,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Green Valle | Ministry outreach | $6,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Local fca support | $5,000 |
| Riley Baptist Church | Baptist church | $5,000 |
| New Beginnings House of Worship | Ministry outreach | $5,000 |
| Young Life - Frederick | Youth ministry - frederick county | $2,500 |
| Children's Bible Ministries of Va | Page co weekday religious education | $2,500 |
| Veterans Miracle Center | Ministry outreach | $2,500 |
| Skytree Book Fair | Ministry outreach | $2,500 |
| Young Life - VA23 New River Valley | Youth ministry new river valley (vt) | $2,500 |
| Community Bible Study | Ministry outreach | $2,000 |
| Navigators | Ministry outreach | $500 |
| Individual | Kenya orphans living expenses | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Tate
- Alexandra Hardin
- Mary Menefee
- Wayne Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc give?
$180,200 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Tate (President), Alexandra Hardin (Chairman), Mary Menefee (Secretary) and Wayne Johnson (Treasurer).
What does Stephen and Jacquelyn Tate Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.