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Kemmerer Family Foundation is a private corporation based in CHATHAM, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is John L Kemmerer Iii. It holds total assets of $29.2M. Annual income is reported at $3.7M. Total assets have decreased from $40.4M in 2011 to $30.3M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 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, Wyoming, New Jersey. According to available records, Kemmerer Family Foundation has made 103 grants totaling $6.3M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $3.1M and $3.2M annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $500K, with an average award of $62K. The foundation has supported 86 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wyoming, Idaho, New Jersey, which account for 67% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 20 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$20K
Average Grant
$44K
Largest Grant
$270K
Based on 59 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.
Kemmerer Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 103 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WY, ID, NJ.
Kemmerer Family Foundation has distributed a total of $6.3M across 103 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $62K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $500K.
Kemmerer Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Kemmerer Family Foundation is headquartered in CHATHAM, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 20 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter F Nejes | Trsuer Scrt | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John L Kemmerer Iii | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Constance A Kemmerer | Asst Scrtry | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elizabeth K Gray | Asst Trsurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$3.3M
Total Assets
$30.3M
Fair Market Value
$66.6M
Net Worth
$30.3M
Grants Paid
$3.1M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.7M
Distribution Amount
$3.1M
Total: $28.8M
Total Grants
103
Total Giving
$6.3M
Average Grant
$62K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
86
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John The BaptistCapital Projects | Whiting, IN | $50K | 2023 |
| Flourish FoundationStudent Personal Growth | Ketchum, ID | $35K | 2023 |
| Corpus ChristiCommunity Outreach | Chatham, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| Kemmerer LibraryLibrary Expansion | New Vernon, NJ | $500K | 2023 |
| Teton County Search & RescueSARdedicated Helicopter | Jackson, WY | $400K | 2023 |
| Arch Community Housing TrustHousing for school employees | Ketchum, ID | $225K | 2023 |
| Mt Mansfield Ski Club & AcademyStudent Lodge | Stowe, VT | $150K | 2023 |
| Wood River Land TrustPreservation | Hailey, ID | $150K | 2023 |
| The Nature ConservancyConserve Land Waters | Arlington, VA | $150K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of Jackson HoleCommunity Charitable Events | Jackson, WY | $115K | 2023 |
| St Lukes Wood River FoundationWorkforce Housing Fund | Ketchum, ID | $100K | 2023 |
| The AdvocatesHousing Childcare Support | Hailey, ID | $100K | 2023 |
| Mind & Life InstituteResearch Educational resources | Charlottesville, VA | $100K | 2023 |
| Salisbury SchoolCampus Chapel Renovation | Salisbury, CT | $100K | 2023 |
| Spur Community FoundationEmergency Responders Housing | Ketchum, ID | $100K | 2023 |
| Jackson Hole Children'S MuseumChild Development | Jackson, WY | $50K | 2023 |
| Friends Of PathwaysPathway Connections | Jackson, WY | $50K | 2023 |
| University Of Wisconsin FoundationSupport medicine | Madison, WI | $50K | 2023 |
| Teton National Park FoundationPark Improvements | Moose, WY | $50K | 2023 |
| Ring Lake RanchCapital Campaign | Dubois, WY | $50K | 2023 |
| Jackson Hole Historical Society & MuseumHistory on the Block | Jackson, WY | $50K | 2023 |
| Upaya Institute & Zen CenterQuerencia Remodel Fund | Santa Fe, NM | $50K | 2023 |
| Blaine County Senior ConnectionFood Health | Hailey, ID | $50K | 2023 |
| Rotarun Ski ClubCommunity Outreach | Hailey, ID | $40K | 2023 |
| Wyoming PathwaysMooseWilson Corridor efforts | Lander, WY | $30K | 2023 |
| Tvrc Education FoundationFacilities upgrades scholorships | Jackson, WY | $28K | 2023 |
| Wood River Community YmcaPrograms Services | Ketchum, ID | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of Wyoming FoundationWORTH Student Support Fund | Laramie, WY | $25K | 2023 |
| Amanzi Water To SchoolsStudnet Academics | Jackson, WY | $25K | 2023 |
| Independent Women'S ForumWomen Causes | Winchester, VA | $25K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossTurkey Syria Earthquake | Fairfield, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of Teton ValleyTin Cup Challenge | Driggs, ID | $20K | 2023 |
| Wyoming Catholic MinistriesCatholic Schools | Cheyenne, WY | $20K | 2023 |
| Market Street MissionFood Shelter | Morristown, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| The Institure Of World PoliticsAcademic Scholarships | Washington, DC | $15K | 2023 |
| Diocese Of CheyenneOutreach | Cheyenne, WY | $10K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of DuboisLearn Grow | Dubois, WY | $10K | 2023 |
| Climb WyomingSingle Moms | Cheyenne, WY | $10K | 2023 |
| Idaho Horse RescueHorse IHR | Meridian, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Woman'S Care CenterPregnant Women Support | Fort Pierce, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Ecosystem Science FoundationSilver Creek Watershed Program | Boise, ID | $10K | 2023 |
| Diocese Of PatersonMinistries Appeal | Clifton, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Holy Land Christian SocietyOrphanage in Israel | Falls Church, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Light On The Mountains CenterWellness Support | Sun Valley, ID | $5K | 2023 |
| Compass Women'S CareParenting Education | Jackson, WY | $5K | 2023 |
| Turning Point UsaEducating Students | Phoenix, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Brain Chemistry LabsCures for serious illness | Jackson, WY | $5K | 2023 |
| Sisters Of Christian CharityChristmas Appeal | Mendham, NJ | $5K | 2023 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement CenterYouth Career Goals | Vero Beach, FL | $5K | 2023 |