The J & M Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The J & M Foundation is a private foundation in Merrifield, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,200 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $27,000. 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$45,200
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,550 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $33,500 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $45,550 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $45,200 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The J & M 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The J & M Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $28,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wolftrap Foundation for Performing Arts | Funding $2,000 for sponsorship of barns 300th anniversary;funding $25,000 to support classical music programming | $27,000 |
| Washington University School of Medicine | $7,500 to school of medicine for the winston fellowship in the department of ophthalmology and visual sciences.$7,500 to school of medicine for the winston fellowship in the department of endocrinology. | $15,000 |
| The Philips Collection | Funding to support classical music. | $1,200 |
| Washington Performing Arts | Funding to support classical music programming | $1,000 |
| Fairfax Symphony | Funding to support classical music programming | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Winston
- Deborah F Winston
Questions people ask
Does The J & M Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J & M Foundation give?
$45,200 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs The J & M Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David A Winston (Chairman) and Deborah F Winston (Vice President).
What does The J & M Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.