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Eppes Jefferson Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in WILMINGTON, DE. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2009. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $7.9M. Annual income is reported at $1.2M. Total assets have grown from $794K in 2011 to $8.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New Hampshire and Alabama. According to available records, Eppes Jefferson Foundation Inc. has made 132 grants totaling $1.3M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $274K and $733K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $733K distributed across 74 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $50K, with an average award of $10K. The foundation has supported 45 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New Hampshire, Alabama, Massachusetts, which account for 93% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$22K
Largest Grant
$175K
Based on 19 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Eppes Jefferson Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 132 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NH, AL, MA.
Eppes Jefferson Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.3M across 132 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $10K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $50K.
Without limiting foundation discretion, consideration is most often given to support for the arts, education, and historical preservation.
Eppes Jefferson Foundation Inc. is headquartered in WILMINGTON, DE. While based in DE, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David A Ward | Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas | $56K | $12K | $67K |
| Sharon A Ward | Dir | $56K | $9K | $65K |
Total Giving
$462K
Total Assets
$8.1M
Fair Market Value
$9.6M
Net Worth
$8.1M
Grants Paid
$274K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$255K
Distribution Amount
$452K
Total: $7.6M
Total Grants
132
Total Giving
$1.3M
Average Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
45
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Independence CenterFolsom Tavern roof replacement, gutter installation and other building repairs or maintenance | Exter, NH | $30K | 2023 |
| Coosa County Board Of Educationfor a Part-Time Drama Teacher and Theater Supplies at Central High School | Rockford, AL | $25K | 2023 |
| Ashuelot ConcertsSchool Performances | Keene, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Andys Summer Playhouse IncMeetinghouse Tragedy production | Wilton, NH | $15K | 2023 |
| New Hampshire Dance Institutefor a dedicated Development Director for the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 | Keene, NH | $15K | 2023 |
| City Of Goodwaterto purchase a new ambulance for the Goodwater Fire Department | Goodwater, AL | $15K | 2023 |
| New Hampshire Theatre ProjectDreaming Again Project | Portsmouth, NH | $12K | 2023 |
| Edge Ensemble Theatre Companyfor Rent and/or Leasehold Improvements | Keene, NH | $12K | 2023 |
| Players Ring CompanyGeneral & Unrestricted | Portsmouth, NH | $10K | 2023 |
| New Hampshire Fiddle Ensemble Incfor Salary and On-Boarding Expenses for Administrative staff | Nottingham, NH | $10K | 2023 |
| Peterborough Players IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Peterborough, NH | $10K | 2023 |
| Third Sector New England IncCharitable Event | Boston, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Austin17houseTo bring on and maintain paid staff | Brentwood, NH | $10K | 2023 |
| Historical Society Of Cheshire CtyThe Old Homestead Project | Keene, NH | $10K | 2023 |
| Alabama Symphonic Association IncMusic experiences/education for Coosa County students per ASO | Birmingham, AL | $10K | 2023 |
| Southeast Land Trust Of New HampshireATLAS Program | Epping, NH | $8K | 2023 |
| Ibma Foundation IncTo develop and implement "Emcee Masterclass" Webinar and Video | Burlington, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Continuum Arts Collectiveconsultation and tactical support by Robert Levey of Exponential Squared | North Berwick, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Epsilon Spires IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Brattleboro, VT | $5K | 2023 |
| Seacoast OutrightSummer Week-long Day Camp for LGBTQ Youth Focused on the Arts | Portsmouth, NH | $5K | 2023 |
| The Park Theatre IncCharitable Event | Jaffrey, NH | $5K | 2023 |
| Pflag NhGeneral & Unrestricted | Concord, NH | $5K | 2023 |
| Tallacoosa Aid To People Incfor the residents of Coosa Country, Alabama | Alexander City, AL | $4K | 2023 |
| Arts Alive Incpart-time employee fund | Keene, NH | $2K | 2023 |
| Manchester Performing Arts AssociationGeneral & Unrestricted | Manchester, NH | $1K | 2023 |
| Canterbury Shaker Village IncSchoolhouse Restoration Work, STEM Workshop program, marketing the program and stem workshop scholarship fund | Canterbury, NH | $25K | 2022 |
| Journeys In Education IncThe Mariposa Museum's exploratory pilot program entitled "My Mariposa, Points of Connection" | Peterborough, NH | $20K | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Public BroadcastingRace and Equity Arts and Culture Project of Granite State News Collaborative | Durham, NH | $15K | 2022 |