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John And Elaine French Family Foundation is a private corporation based in KETCHUM, ID. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is John K French. It holds total assets of $3.8M. Annual income is reported at $3M. The foundation is governed by 5 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. Funding is distributed across 4 states, including Idaho, Washington, District of Columbia. According to available records, John And Elaine French Family Foundation has made 25 grants totaling $985K, with a median grant of $50K. The foundation has distributed between $235K and $460K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $460K distributed across 12 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $75K, with an average award of $39K. The foundation has supported 7 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Idaho and California and District of Columbia. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$34K
Largest Grant
$55K
Based on 7 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.
John And Elaine French Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 25 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ID, CA, DC.
John And Elaine French Family Foundation has distributed a total of $985K across 25 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $39K. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $75K.
John And Elaine French Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
John And Elaine French Family Foundation is headquartered in KETCHUM, ID. While based in ID, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles H French | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John K French | Secretary, CFO | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Duncan A French | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Eric R French | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elaine A French | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$286K
Total Assets
$3.9M
Fair Market Value
$4.9M
Net Worth
$3.9M
Grants Paid
$235K
Contributions
$100
Net Investment Income
$211K
Distribution Amount
$237K
Total: $3.2M
Total Grants
25
Total Giving
$985K
Average Grant
$39K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
7
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Conservation LeagueGeneral operating fund. | Boise, ID | $60K | 2023 |
| Advocates For The WestRestricted to their work on rolling back oil drilling on public lands. | Boise, ID | $55K | 2023 |
| League Of Conservation Voters EducaWe believe the efforts of LCV's Education Fund to promote democracy, educate voters about the climate crisis and enhance the likelihood of increased voter participation will help to ultimately change public policy in ways that mitigate the worst effects of the crisis. | Washington, DC | $50K | 2023 |
| EarthjusticeWe would like Earthjustice to use these funds in any way that assists with methane containment to help mitigate the effects on global warming. | San Francisco, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Wood River Land TrustGeneral operating fund. | Hailey, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| The Nature Conservancy Of IdahoUnrestricted for operational uses. | Hailey, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Grid AlternativesInstallation of solar heating in low income housing units. | Oakland, CA | $10K | 2021 |