Major Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Major Family Foundation is a private foundation in Purcellville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $296,700 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,250 and the largest $125,000. 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$296,700
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,250
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $284,960 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $284,960 | 15 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $296,700 | 12 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Major Family 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 Major Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $291,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jmu Foundation Inc | Support for college for business learning complex | $125,000 |
| Claude Moore Opportunities | General support | $50,000 |
| Comm Found for Loudoun & N Fauquier (CFLNC) | Support for 100 Women Strong, Loudoun Impact Fund and Gala Foundation | $32,000 |
| All Ages Read Together (Aart) | General support | $27,000 |
| Elevate Early Education | General support | $25,000 |
| National Spine Health Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Loudoun Community Media | General support | $7,500 |
| Loudoun Laurels Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| National Capital Area Council(NCAC) | General support | $5,000 |
| Echo | General support | $2,000 |
| Loudoun Youth Inc | Support to develop program that provide teens positive out-of-school activities. | $2,000 |
| Tree of Life Ministries Inc | General support | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Major
- Lara Major
Questions people ask
Does Major Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Major Family Foundation give?
$296,700 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,250.
Who runs Major Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Major (Director/Secretary-Treasurer) and Lara Major (Director/President).
What does Major Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.