The Reeves Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Reeves Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Short Hills, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $26,666 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$26,666
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$32.3 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.2 million | 11 | $29.1 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 11 | $30.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 10 | $32.3 million |
How to apply
The Reeves 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $1.1 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $71,667 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Overlook Foundation | Capital | $500,000 |
| Overlook Foundation | Capital | $400,000 |
| Overlook Foundation | Capital | $100,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Triangle | Capital | $71,667 |
| Centenary University | Capital | $33,333 |
| American Red Cross Summit | Operating | $20,000 |
| Greater New York Councils Boy Scouts of America | Operating | $10,000 |
| Overlook Foundation | Operating | $10,000 |
| Summit United Methodist Church | Operating | $10,000 |
| Charitable Contributions Thru Partnership Interests Held | Unrestricted | $599 |
Officers and trustees
- Je Reeves Jr
- Carolyn Strong
- John E Reeves III
- Katherine Mercer Reeves
- Daphne Wagner
Questions people ask
Does The Reeves Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Reeves Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $26,666.
Who runs The Reeves Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Je Reeves Jr (Pres./Treas.), Carolyn Strong (V. Pres./Sec), John E Reeves III (Director) and Katherine Mercer Reeves (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.