Jes Edwards Foundation
Accepts applications
Jes Edwards Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$26.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $990,000 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $990,000 | 27 | $24.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 21 | $26.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr Stace E Sewell PO Box 122297, Fort Worth, TX 76121 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (817) 737-6924, belindat@charter.net |
| What to submit | Letterhistory budgetfinancials amountpurpose of request |
| Deadlines | May 31 annually |
| Restrictions | No individuals or individual church |
What Jes Edwards Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $611,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $80,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mission India | Adult literacy children bible class | $100,000 |
| Texas on Mission | Disaster relief program | $100,000 |
| Life House Christian Baptist Church | Church construction voronezh russia | $80,000 |
| The Warm Place | Grief support program | $65,500 |
| Apollo Support & Rescue | New building | $65,000 |
| Concerned Citizens of Jack County Inc | Meals on wheels improvements | $55,000 |
| Cal Farley's | Boys & girls programs | $40,000 |
| Unbound Now | North tx operating exp | $40,000 |
| The Independence Fund | Two track chairs trailers | $40,000 |
| Recovery Resource Council | Enduring families programs | $40,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Operating exp | $30,000 |
| Prison Entrepreneurship | Prision entrepreneurship program | $25,000 |
| Fort Worth Museum Science & History | Energy blast gallery | $25,000 |
| Safehaven of Tarrant County | Safe shelter program | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Jacksboro Animal Shelter | Dog park | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Inc of Tarrant Co | Meal program | $25,000 |
| DRC | Outreach housing placement & mgnt svcs | $15,000 |
| The Parenting Center | Family life education program | $15,000 |
| Unthsc Foundation | Cognitive stimulation therapy program | $10,000 |
| Hope Farm Inc | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Oakwood Cenetery Association | Operating expenses | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stace E Sewell
- Sheryl Sewell
- Belinda Talley
Questions people ask
Does Jes Edwards Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: May 31 annually.
How much does Jes Edwards Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Jes Edwards Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stace E Sewell (President), Sheryl Sewell (Vice-President) and Belinda Talley (Secretary).
What does Jes Edwards Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.