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James Joseph Ford Foundation is a private corporation based in LAS VEGAS, NV. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Joshua S Ford. It holds total assets of $271K. Annual income is reported at $90K. Total assets have decreased from $363K in 2011 to $271K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 6 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 2018 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Nevada, Mississippi and Washington. According to available records, James Joseph Ford Foundation has made 37 grants totaling $118K, with a median grant of $3K. The foundation has distributed between $31K and $52K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $52K distributed across 14 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $8K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 24 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Nevada, Mississippi, California, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$4K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$8K
Based on 10 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 Joseph Ford Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 37 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NV, MS, CA.
James Joseph Ford Foundation has distributed a total of $118K across 37 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $8K.
James Joseph Ford Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
James Joseph Ford Foundation is headquartered in LAS VEGAS, NV. While based in NV, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Breitling | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Todd Ramasar | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joshua S Ford | PRESIDENT/DIR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Allan Avelino | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elizabeth Swett | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nazanin Ford | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$271K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$271K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
37
Total Giving
$118K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
24
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childrens Lifesaving FoundationTO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF UNDERSERVED, BIPOC YOUTH AND HOUSELESS FAMILIES LIVING IN SHELTERS AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING BY PROVIDING OUTDOOR EDUCATION AS WELL AS OTHER EDUCATIONAL ASSITANCE AND SCHOLARSHIPS. | Santa Monica, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| The Dr Shirley Linzy Young Artists Orchestra Of Las VegasTO EDUCATE, PROMOTE, AND DEVELOP THE MUSICAL TALENT OF STUDENTS. | Las Vegas, NV | $4K | 2023 |
| Foster KinshipTO STRENGTHEN KINSHIP CAREGIVERS' CAPACITY TO PROVIDE SAFE, STABLE, AND NURTURING HOMES FOR CHILDREN. | Las Vegas, NV | $3K | 2023 |
| Boys Town NevadaTO ENSURE FAMILIES HAVE THE SUPPORT AND SKILLS THEY NEED TO CREATE AND MAINTAIN A SAFE, STABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH SERVICES AND CLASSES. | Las Vegas, NV | $3K | 2023 |
| Jacob'S Heart ChildrensTO HELP IMPROVE THE QUALITY LIFE FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER AND SUPPORT THEIR FAMILIES IN THE CHALLENGES THEY FACE. | Watsonville, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Reading In MotionTO SUPPORT STUDENTS READING AT GRADE LEVEL OR ABOVE DURING THEIR EARLY YEARS | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Tutwiler Community Education CenterTO SAVE ALL HEALTHY AND TREATABLE ANIMALS IN THE LAS VEGAS VALLEY | Tutwiler, MS | $3K | 2023 |
| Be A Mentor IncTO STRENGTHEN MENTORS' CAPACITY TO HELP CHILDREN AND YOUTH WHO COME FROM CHALLENGING CIRCUMSTANCES TO DEVELOP THE ASSETS THEY NEED TO CREATE SUCCESSFUL LIVES FOR THEMSELVES. | Hayward, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Project Hope AllianceTO SUPPORT ENDING THE CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS BY PROVIDING HELP IN AREAS SUCH AS ACADEMICS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT, LIFE SKILLS, AND BASIC NEEDS FOR THOSE FROM KINDERGARTEN TO THE AGE OF 24. | Costa Mesa, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Genesis & Light CtrTO STRENGTHEN AND UPLIFT FAMILIES AS WELL AS YOUTH BOTH PHYSICALLY AND EMOTIONALLY BY OFFERING ENCOURAGEMENT, EDUCATION, AND EDIFICATION AS A WAY TO ENCOURAGE BETTER FUTURES THAN THE LIVES THEY ARE ACCUSTOMED TO. | Jackson, MS | $2K | 2023 |
| Lead With HorsesTO HELP IMPROVE THE SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, AND BEHAVIORAL DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN THROUGH QUALITY EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPEUTIC AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. | Reno, NV | $2K | 2023 |
| April Parker FoundationTO EMPOWER AND STRENGTHEN BIPOC COMMUNITIES, VETERANS, AND BUSINESSES BY PROVIDING EQUITABLE ACCESS TO RESOURCES AND ADVOCACY. | Long Beach, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Progressive Ed Resource ServiceTO PROVIDE LAPTOPS TO STUDENTS WITHOUT COMPUTERS, SO EACH STUDENT CAN WORK AT THEIR OWN PACE WHILE ALLOWING THE TEACHER TO WORK ONE-ON-ONE WITH EACH STUDENT. | Carson, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Nevada Blind Children'S FoundationTO PROVIDE EXTENDED EDUCATIONAL CURRICULUM, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES, AND TRANSITIONAL SKILLS TO CHILDREN WHO ARE VISUALLY IMPAIRED. | Henderson, NV | $5K | 2022 |
| Liberty Union Rugby ClubWE ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT OF OUR PLAYERS THROUGH THE SPORT'S FIVE CORE VALUES OF INTEGRITY, PASSION, SOLIDARITY, DISCIPLINE, AND RESPECT. | Brentwood, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| The Animal FoundationTO SAVE ALL HEALTHY AND TREATABLE ANIMALS IN THE LAS VEGAS VALLEY | Las Vegas, NV | $1K | 2022 |
| Tutwiler Community CenterTO FUND SALARIES FOR AFTER-SCHOOL COACHES AND STAFF. | Tutwiler, MS | $8K | 2020 |
| Living Grace HomesTO FUND TRANSPORTATION COSTS SUPPORT FOR RESIDENTS, INCLUSING MAINTENANCE AND COSTS OF VEHICLES & BUS PASSES. | Las Vegas, NV | $4K | 2020 |
| Nevada Blind Children FoundationTO FUND STEAM PROGRAMS FOR BLIND YOUTH IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. | Henderson, NV | $4K | 2020 |
| Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (Nyep)TO GIVE HOMELESS YOUNG WOMEN (18-24) IN THE RENO AREA A CHANCE TO REROUTE THEIR LIVES THROUGH A STRUCTURED PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES HOUSING AND BASIC NEEDS. | Reno, NV | $4K | 2020 |
| Spread The Word NevadaTO FUND THE CHILDHOOD LITERACY PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES BOOKS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR READING AND LITERACY IMPROVEMENTS TO LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. | Henderson, NV | $4K | 2020 |
| Best BuddiesTO FUND FRIENDSHIP PROGRAMMING COSTS. | Las Vegas, NV | $3K | 2020 |
| Young Artists Orchestra (Yao)TO EDUCATE, PROMOTE, AND DEVELOP THE MUSICAL TALENT OF STUDENTS THROUGH DIVERSE & CULTURAL MUSIC PROGRAMMING, ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT. | Las Vegas, NV | $2K | 2020 |
| Liberty Lions Rugby ClubTO PROVIDE AN EDUCATION IN SPORTSMANSHIP, PHYSICAL CONDITIONING, AND RUGBY ETIQUETTE. | Renton, WA | $1K | 2020 |