JMG Family Foundation
JMG Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. It reported making 10 grants totaling $35,900 in 2024 to charitable organizations in Massachusetts, New York, and Florida.
JMG Family Foundation at a glance
In short: JMG Family Foundation gave $36K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $35,900
- +11.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +42.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,590
- -21.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $288,598
- +9.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (53% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to JMG Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-1377
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who JMG Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Russell Sage College ($10K). Together the top 10 received $36K.
Grant Size Distribution
61 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 61 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts (53%), New York (28%), and Florida (19%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How JMG Family Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−13%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 159% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $32K (2023) to $57K (2020). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $36K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Sage College Troy, NY | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Community Services Inc Vineyard Haven, MA | General & Unrestricted | $7,300 |
| Marthas Vineyard Film Society Inc Vineyard HVN, MA | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hospice of Marthas Vineyard Inc Vineyard Haven, MA | General & Unrestricted | $4,800 |
| H Shepard Flagler Beach, FL | Emergency assistance grant | $4,000 |
| GFWC Naples Womans Club Inc Naples, FL | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Sail Marthas Vineyard Inc Vineyard Haven, MA | General & Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Marthas Vineyard Garden Club Inc Vineyard HVN, MA | General & Unrestricted | $600 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc Fernandina Beach, FL | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Naples Art District Inc Naples, FL | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $288,598 | $72,357 | $46,669 | $35,900 | 10 | $43,703 | $53,231 | $27,423 |
| 2023 | $262,910 | $65,919 | $45,838 | $32,100 | 7 | $42,375 | $19,744 | $21,232 |
| 2022 | $242,829 | $39,584 | $61,493 | $49,050 | 13 | $58,781 | $6,742 | $20,118 |
| 2021 | $264,738 | $95,944 | $45,013 | $41,230 | 18 | $42,928 | $59,275 | $21,120 |
| 2020 | $213,807 | $1,350 | $65,480 | $56,627 | 13 | — | $2,116 | $18,192 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JMG Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $27K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included general and unrestricted contributions, as well as an emergency assistance grant.
Among its grantees, Russell Sage College describes its mission as cultivating, inspiring, and transforming students in a nurturing yet challenging educational environment. Martha’s Vineyard Film Society describes its mission as providing cultural entertainment and education activities related to screening visual arts and motion pictures. Sail Martha’s Vineyard says it works to preserve and protect the island’s maritime history, culture, and skills through on-the-water academics and environmental programs. Naples Art District describes its mission as promoting artists and art in Collier County, and GFWC Naples Woman’s Club says it enhances the community through philanthropic activities and volunteer services.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave 10 grants totaling $35,900. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median grant of $3,000. The largest awards included $10,000 to Russell Sage College, $7,300 to Martha’s Vineyard Community Services, $5,000 to Martha’s Vineyard Film Society, and $4,800 to Hospice of Martha’s Vineyard. Other grants included $4,000 for emergency assistance to H Shepard and $2,000 to GFWC Naples Woman’s Club.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sarah Girotti as director; James C Jones as director, president, and treasurer; Janet Jones as secretary and vice president; and Elizabeth Moginot as director.
JMG Family Foundation is led by James C Jones, Director, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James C Jones
Director, President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Moginot
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Girotti
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Janet Jones
Secretary & Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about JMG Family Foundation
How much does JMG Family Foundation give each year?
JMG Family Foundation gave $36K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $32K across 7 grants.
What is JMG Family Foundation's typical grant size?
JMG Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $3,590, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does JMG Family Foundation give grants?
JMG Family Foundation gives mostly in Massachusetts: 53% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (28%) and Florida (19%). The most frequent recipient cities were Vineyard Haven, MA (3 grants), Vineyard HVN, MA (2 grants) and Naples, FL (2 grants).
Does JMG Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 90% of JMG Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (9 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are JMG Family Foundation's largest grantees?
JMG Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Russell Sage College ($10,000), Marthas Vineyard Community Services Inc ($7,300) and Marthas Vineyard Film Society Inc ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is JMG Family Foundation?
JMG Family Foundation reported $289K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $44K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $27K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does JMG Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included general and unrestricted contributions, as well as an emergency assistance grant. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from JMG Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is JMG Family Foundation's EIN?
JMG Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4073184. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does JMG Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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