J L Maxwell Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J L Maxwell Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Goldsboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $293,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $29,100 and the largest $49,425. 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$293,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$29,100
- Largest grant$49,425
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $261,800 the year before.
20% 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 | $252,000 | 13 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $261,800 | 13 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $293,000 | 11 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
J L Maxwell Jr 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 J L Maxwell Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 11 | $293,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $49,425 |
| St Paul Methodist Church | Religious | $43,625 |
| United Way of Wayne County | Community charity | $40,725 |
| Kitty Askins Hospice Center | Medical charity | $37,825 |
| Tuscarora Council Boy Scouts | Education | $29,100 |
| Davidson College | Education | $29,100 |
| UNC Medical Foundation of NC | Medical research | $29,100 |
| Foundation of Wayne Community Colle | Education | $19,900 |
| UNC Kenan Flagler Business School | Education | $8,200 |
| Wayne County Senior Center | Community charity | $3,600 |
| Wayne County Recovery Corporation | Community charity | $2,400 |
Officers and trustees
- James L Maxwell III
Questions people ask
Does J L Maxwell Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J L Maxwell Jr Foundation give?
$293,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $29,100.
Who runs J L Maxwell Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James L Maxwell III (President).
What does J L Maxwell Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.