Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Martinsville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $156,000 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$156,000
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,500 the year before.
94% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $86,250 | 49 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $2,500 | 3 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 52 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Irving and Jett Groves Charitable 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 Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 45 | $147,500 |
| Ohio | 3 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church Annual Giving | General operating | $20,000 |
| YMCA Endowment Fund | General operating | $14,500 |
| Grace Network | General operating | $8,000 |
| Longwood University Scholarship | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Martinsville Cemetery Association | General operating | $6,000 |
| Randolph Macon College Scholarship | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| MHC Academic Foundation | General operating | $6,000 |
| Piedmont Arts | General operating | $5,000 |
| Carlisle School Annual Fund | General operating | $4,000 |
| Charity League Jett Groves Scholarship | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Dyers Store Fire Department | General operating | $4,000 |
| Patrick Henry Community College | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Focus on Youth | General operating | $4,000 |
| Randolph Macon College Pres Club | General operating | $3,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | General operating | $3,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center | General operating | $3,000 |
| Red Cross | General operating | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating | $3,000 |
| SPCA | General operating | $3,000 |
| Martinsville Henry County Historical Society | General operating | $3,000 |
| Theatre Works Community Players | General operating | $2,500 |
| United Way of Martinsville & Henry Co | General operating | $2,500 |
| Bassett Historical Society | General operating | $2,000 |
| Charity League Sustainers Fund | General operating | $2,000 |
| Christmas Cheer | General operating | $2,000 |
| Edwards Adult Day Care Center | General operating | $2,000 |
| Henry County Sheriffs Dept | General operating | $2,000 |
| Jefferson Scholars Foundation | General operating | $2,000 |
| Smith River Sports Complex | General operating | $2,000 |
| Mile 2 | General operating | $2,000 |
| Blue Ridge Regional Library | General operating | $2,000 |
| Pannill American Legion Post #42 | General operating | $2,000 |
| Da Capo Virginia | General operating | $1,500 |
| Fuller Housing Center | General operating | $1,500 |
| Chill | General operating | $1,000 |
| Friends of Library | General operating | $1,000 |
| Granberry Methodist Church | General operating | $1,000 |
| Martinsville-Henry Co Crimestoppers | General operating | $1,000 |
| Ridgeway United Methodist Church | General operating | $1,000 |
| Safetynet Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Irving M Groves III
- Mattie G Sheppard
- Jett G Wood
Questions people ask
Does Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation give?
$156,000 in tax year 2024, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Irving M Groves III (Secretary), Mattie G Sheppard (President) and Jett G Wood (Vice-President).
What does Irving and Jett Groves Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.