Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,150 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$140,150
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$192,579
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $613,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $613,500 | 8 | $284,812 |
| 2024 | $140,150 | 3 | $192,579 |
How to apply
Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $130,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gospel Rescue Mission | Needy mothers with children | $120,000 |
| Primavera Foundation of Tucson | Assist in transitional housing and a | $10,000 |
| Young Life of Virginia Beach | Helping supply the younger community | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Billie McCandless
- John Knight
- Lisa Knight
- Bart Huxtable
Questions people ask
Does Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc give?
$140,150 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Billie McCandless (Trustee), John Knight (President &), Lisa Knight (Treasurer &) and Bart Huxtable (Trustee).
What does Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, faith communities and human services.