The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $198,250 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$198,250
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $262,500 the year before.
14% 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 | $168,000 | 9 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $262,500 | 16 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $198,250 | 14 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr 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 The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 14 | $198,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion Athletic Foundation | Support programs to ensure success of student athletes at old dominion university | $75,000 |
| Evms Foundation | Support the general fund | $40,000 |
| Uva Health Foundation | Support uva health's mission to enhance patient care, medical & nursing education, research, and community outreach | $20,000 |
| Elizabeth River Foundation | Supoort general fund | $10,000 |
| Norfolk Botanical Gardens | Support the general fund | $10,000 |
| Rainbow Riders | Support the general fund | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake United Soccer Club | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| Hurrah Players | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| Little Theater of Norfolk | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| Mercy Chefs | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| Virginia Beach Horse Show Association | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| Downtown Norfolk Council | Support general fund | $5,000 |
| First Tee Hampton Roads | Support the general fund | $3,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church Norfolk | Support general fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter F Hamill Jr
- Cara P Oxenham
- Charles M Burton
- B Colin Sweeney
- Bryan Graves
Questions people ask
Does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation give?
$198,250 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter F Hamill Jr (President / Trustee), Cara P Oxenham (Trustee), Charles M Burton (Trustee) and B Colin Sweeney (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H Hackney Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.