The James Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.8 million in 83 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $7.3 million. 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$10.8 million
- Number of grants83
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$7.3 million
- Assets$281 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $12.0 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12.0 million | 77 | $233 million |
| 2024 | $10.8 million | 83 | $281 million |
How to apply
The James Family 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 The James Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $7.4 million |
| New York | 32 | $1.8 million |
| Montana | 5 | $358,050 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $318,100 |
| Washington | 1 | $200,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $137,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $96,900 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $78,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $65,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The James Family Charitable Trust | General | $7.3 million |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General | $600,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General | $332,500 |
| The Montana Council of Trout Unlimi | General | $260,000 |
| University of Washington Cvi | General | $200,000 |
| Trey Whitfield School | General | $150,000 |
| Environmental Integrity Project | General | $103,000 |
| Fabretto Children's Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | General | $96,650 |
| The Graduate Center | General | $75,000 |
| Lighthouse Works | General | $75,000 |
| Lebanses American University | General | $75,000 |
| The Montana Land Reliance | General | $70,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General | $65,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | General | $65,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General | $62,000 |
| Alaska Wilderness League | General | $60,000 |
| Wync New York Public Radio | General | $57,200 |
| St Luke's Parish | General | $55,900 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General | $51,000 |
| Bonefish & Tarpon Trust | General | $50,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | General | $50,000 |
| Gilder Leherman Institute | General | $50,000 |
| Pioneer Works Art | General | $50,000 |
| Paypal Giving Fund | General | $50,000 |
| The Public Theatre | General | $45,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General | $40,000 |
| Jewish Voters Unite | General | $40,000 |
| Yale University | Positano scholarship | $40,000 |
| Lions Clubs | General | $35,000 |
| Artists and Mothers | General | $25,000 |
| Help Hope Live | General | $25,000 |
| Community First Development Coalition | General | $22,045 |
| The Ruby Habitat Foundation | General | $22,000 |
| Earthjustice | General | $20,000 |
| Medecinssan | General | $20,000 |
| NJ Scholars Program | General | $20,000 |
| Signet Society | General | $20,000 |
| The Sarara Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Community Foundation | General | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hamilton E James
- Amabel B James
Questions people ask
Does The James Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James Family Charitable Foundation give?
$10.8 million in tax year 2024, across 83 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs The James Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hamilton E James (Pres. & Trea) and Amabel B James (VP & Secy).
What does The James Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.