Jolie Marie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jolie Marie Foundation is a private foundation in La Vernia, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,145 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $5,145 and the largest $5,145. 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$5,145
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$5,145
- Largest grant$5,145
- Assets$22,295
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $927 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,530 | 1 | $20,653 |
| 2024 | $927 | 1 | $23,822 |
| 2025 | $5,145 | 1 | $22,295 |
How to apply
Jolie Marie 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jolie Marie Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $5,145 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texsar | TEXSAR provides specialized services such as ground search and rescue; flood and swiftwater rescue; K9 search rescue and recovery; disaster relief services; aerial search; and UAV support. | $5,145 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Thuneman
- Jennifer Gerdau
- Jean M Thuneman
- Steven M Thuneman
- David J Thuneman
Questions people ask
Does Jolie Marie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jolie Marie Foundation give?
$5,145 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $5,145.
Who runs Jolie Marie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chris Thuneman (Director), Jennifer Gerdau (Director), Jean M Thuneman (Director) and Steven M Thuneman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jolie Marie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.