Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Broad Run, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.0 million and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.0 million
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $81,000 | 5 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 7 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 1 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Mason Parson Family 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.
What Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $2.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Depaul University | Creation and ongoing operations of the center for business education excellence. | $2.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- Melody Parson Jeans
- Christopher Jeans
- Sean Jeans
Questions people ask
Does Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.0 million.
Who runs Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Melody Parson Jeans (President), Christopher Jeans (Treasurer) and Sean Jeans (Secretary).
What does Mason Parson Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.