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James Family Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in CHARLOTTE, NC. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2007. The principal officer is R Michael James. It holds total assets of $10M. Annual income is reported at $2.9M. Total assets have grown from $8M in 2011 to $10.3M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in North Carolina. According to available records, James Family Foundation Inc. has made 151 grants totaling $3.4M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $1.2M in 2021 to $2.2M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $280K, with an average award of $22K. The foundation has supported 55 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, which account for 79% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$23K
Largest Grant
$280K
Based on 47 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.
James Family Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 151 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NC, SC, MD.
James Family Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $3.4M across 151 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $22K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $280K.
James Family Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
James Family Foundation Inc. is headquartered in CHARLOTTE, NC. While based in NC, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine H James | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| R Michael James | VP/SECRETARY/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.1M
Total Assets
$10.3M
Fair Market Value
$23.8M
Net Worth
$10.3M
Grants Paid
$1.1M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$733K
Distribution Amount
$1.1M
Total: $9.1M
Total Grants
151
Total Giving
$3.4M
Average Grant
$22K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
55
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian ChurchSUPPORT CAPITAL CAMPAIGN, GENERAL OPERATIONS, PROGRAMMING AND OUTREACH OF THE CHURCH | Charlotte, NC | $280K | 2022 |
| Wing Haven FoundationSUPPORT CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR GARDENS AND BIRD SANCTUARY ENDOWMENT | Charlotte, NC | $100K | 2022 |
| Charlotte Neuroscience FoundationSUPPORT COMPREHENSIVE CARE TO PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND SUPPORT EXPANDED FACILITIES | Charlotte, NC | $75K | 2022 |
| Wofford CollegeSUPPORT ANNUAL FUND, SCHOLARSHIP FUND AND TERRIER CLUB | Spartanburg, SC | $65K | 2022 |
| Cpcc FoundationENDOW A STEM SCHOLARSHIP | Charlotte, NC | $63K | 2022 |
| Charlotte Country Day SchoolSUPPORT MANCOS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOP FUND | Charlotte, NC | $50K | 2022 |
| Michael J Fox FoundationSUPPORT PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH | Hagerstown, MD | $50K | 2022 |
| Teach For AmericaSUPPORT TEACHERS IN HIGH POVERTY CLASSROOMS | Charlotte, NC | $25K | 2022 |
| Read CharlotteSUPPORT PROGRAMS TO INCREASE LITERACY PROFICIENCY IN CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SCHOOLS | Charlotte, NC | $20K | 2022 |
| Roof AboveSUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR HOMELESS MEN AND WOMEN | Charlotte, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| Loaves And Fishes - Friendship Trays IncPROVIDE SUPPORT OF OPERATIONS OF EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRIES AND HOME FOOD DELIVERY | Charlotte, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| Heart Math TutoringSUPPORT MATH TUTORING PROGRAM FOR HIGH-POVERTY AT-RISK STUDENTS | Charlotte, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| Crisis Assistance MinistryPROVIDE EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TO THE POOR TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS | Charlotte, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| TostanSUPPORT COMMUNITY HUMAN RIGHTS BASED EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN WEST AFRICA | Alexandria, VA | $15K | 2022 |
| Care RingSUPPORT PROGRAMS INCLUDING NURSE FAMILY PARTNERSHIP AND PHYSICIANS REACH OUT | Charlotte, NC | $10K | 2022 |
| Augustine Literacy ProjectSUPPORT LITERACY TUTORING OF LOW INCOME STRUGGLING READERS | Charlotte, NC | $10K | 2022 |
| HopewaySUPPORT OPERATIONS OF MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY | Charlotte, NC | $10K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of AmericaSUPPORT HEALTH CENTERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| Wake Forest UniversitySUPPORT ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND | Winstonsalem, NC | $5K | 2022 |
| Msi United StatesSUPPORT GLOBAL PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE CHOICES | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Catawba Land ConservancySUPPORT PROGRAMS TO PROTECT LANDS BY ENSURING CLEAN AIR AND WATER AND SUSTAINABLE FARMING | Charlotte, NC | $5K | 2022 |
| Parkinson Association Of The CarolinasSUPPORT PROGRAMMING IN SUPPORT OF PEOPLE COPING WITH PARKINSON'S DISEASE | Charlotte, NC | $5K | 2022 |
| Remote Area MedicalSUPPORT FREE MEDICAL AND DENTAL SERVICES IN POOR RURAL AREAS OF US | Rockford, TN | $5K | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity CharlottePROVIDE FUNDING FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONSTRUCTION | Charlotte, NC | $5K | 2022 |