JMG Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JMG Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $525,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$525,000
- Assets$25.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
27% 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 | $1.3 million | 21 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 25 | $22.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 30 | $25.3 million |
How to apply
JMG 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 JMG Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 19 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 4 | $205,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $108,250 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities Archdiocese of St Louis | Assist several charitable organizations in the saint louis area that help the less fortunate | $525,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Support parish | $175,000 |
| Catholic Vote Education Fund | Assist charitable organizations in employing powerful new media and technology focused on shaping the minds and imagination of the american people through prayer, grassroots education, and action. | $100,000 |
| Mount Grace Convent | Convent general support | $100,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic Church | Support of church | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice | Support of church | $75,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church | Support of church | $75,000 |
| Catholic Charities Dioceses of Springfield Il | Assist several charitable organizations in the springfield area that help the less fortunate | $60,000 |
| Our Little Haven | Help familiies of abuse and create a safe space for them | $50,000 |
| United Way of St Louis | To help united way provide help for the st. Louis area | $50,000 |
| Father McGivney Catholic High School | Support for catholic school | $30,250 |
| Today and Tomorrow Educational Foundation | Assist faith based and private schools in providing educational opportunities for disadvantaged families | $25,000 |
| Urban League - St Louis | To help urban league with their mission to help african american families of st. Louis | $25,000 |
| Challenge Ministries | Support of church | $20,000 |
| Lift for Life Academy | Support the annual fashion gala | $20,000 |
| Marylake Monestary | Support communicty | $20,000 |
| Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church | Support of church | $20,000 |
| St Louis Men's Group Against Cancer | Support the cancer resource center | $20,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis Immaculate Conception | Support of charity | $15,000 |
| St Andrew's Charitable Foundation | Support of the elderly with housing costs and support services | $12,500 |
| Array of Hope | Support of church | $10,000 |
| Covenant House Missouri | Support of shelter | $10,000 |
| Logos School | Education | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart School | Education | $10,000 |
| St Ann Catholic Church Naples | Education | $10,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul - Mary Queen of Peace | Support of church and school | $10,000 |
| St Augustin Wellston Center | To help provide those in need with food | $6,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | To help fund the restoration of forest park | $5,000 |
| St Boniface | Support of church | $3,000 |
| Major Case Squad of Greater St Louis | Help provide funds to help the greater case squad in their mission | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Hake
- Gregory A Hake
- Matthew D Hake
- Mark Z Schraier
Questions people ask
Does JMG Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JMG Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs JMG Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Hake (President & Director), Gregory A Hake (Director), Matthew D Hake (Director) and Mark Z Schraier (Director).
What does JMG Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.