Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $50,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $50,000 | 2 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 2 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Mr & Mrs James R Blake 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 Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morningstar Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Clayton Youth Enrichment | Donation | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cornelia C Blake
- Dianna Way
- Rob Sell
Questions people ask
Does Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cornelia C Blake (Secretary/Tr), Dianna Way (Executive SE) and Rob Sell (Director).
What does Mr & Mrs James R Blake Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.