The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn is a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including hunger-relief groups, children’s organizations, and healthcare institutions. The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn at a glance
In short: The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn gave $10.0M across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $476K), top state Florida. 5% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $10,001,692
- -2.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $476,271
- -2.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $450,076
- Total assets
- $198,404,167
- +0.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 5% first-time grantees (1 of 20, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Florida (29% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1650 Market St Ste 4000, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 419-6000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Miami ($900K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $5.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
105 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 58 grants of 105 (55%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars were distributed across recipient states, led by Florida (29%), Illinois (11%), New York (10%), Massachusetts (9%), and California (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn open to new grantees?
5%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 20 grantees (5%) were first-time recipients. With only 20 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $450K; repeat grants $503K. How we count
Medians: $450K first-time, $500K repeat.
- 95% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−1%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 91% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $9.5M (2020) to $11.2M (2022). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $10.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding America Chicago, IL | In Honor of James Annenberg | $650,110 |
| Childrens Hunger Fund Sylmar, CA | In Honor of James Annenberg | $600,101 |
| Boy Scouts of America Irving, TX | In Honor of James Annenberg | $550,093 |
| Feed the Children Inc Oklahoma City, OK | In Honor of James Annenberg | $550,093 |
| Girl Scouts of the USA New York, NY | In Honor of James Annenberg | $550,093 |
| National Center for Missing and Alexandria, VA | In Honor of James Annenberg | $550,093 |
| Save the Children Fairfield, CT | In Honor of James Annenberg | $550,093 |
| Dave Thomas Fund for Adoption Dublin, OH | In Honor of James Annenberg | $500,084 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Support the Peds | $500,084 |
| Childrens Hospital Corporation dba Boston, MA | In Honor of James Annenberg | $450,076 |
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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 | $198,404,167 | $14,026,919 | $11,527,145 | $10,001,692 | 21 | $10,356,754 | $12,915,505 | $11,339,473 |
| 2023 | $196,766,658 | $18,535,222 | $11,374,136 | $10,235,966 | 21 | $10,568,197 | $17,428,901 | $10,327,178 |
| 2022 | $189,128,643 | $9,031,566 | $12,196,296 | $11,176,330 | 21 | $11,522,317 | $7,863,970 | $10,580,659 |
| 2021 | $192,563,709 | $28,030,831 | $11,357,962 | $10,128,057 | 21 | $10,497,375 | $26,386,538 | $11,545,649 |
| 2020 | $176,224,277 | $5,500,392 | $10,061,503 | $9,519,377 | 21 | — | $4,419,967 | $10,320,777 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn reported a distributable amount of $11.3M 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
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s own mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including food access, children’s services, healthcare, and medical research. For example, Feeding America describes its mission as advancing change by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food, while Children’s Hunger Fund says it equips local churches for gospel-centered mercy ministry. Feed the Children describes its work as addressing child hunger, and Ronald McDonald House Global says it provides services to support families when children need healthcare.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $10,001,692. Grants ranged from $400,068 to $650,110, with a median of $450,076. The largest listed grants included Feeding America ($650,110), Children’s Hunger Fund ($600,101), and $550,093 each to Feed the Children, Girl Scouts of the USA, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and Save the Children. The filing lists most of these grants as being “in honor of James Annenberg”; other stated purposes include support for Massachusetts General Hospital’s pediatric work and research and treatment at the University of Miami.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lawrence J. Miller Esquire and Glenmede Trust Co. N.A. as co-trustees.
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Glenmede Trust CO N A
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$533K (2021) → $613K (2024)
Lawrence J. Miller Esquire
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$165K (2020) → $280K (2024)
Former officers (1)
- Former: PNC Bank N A (2020) — Co-Trustee
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $613K, to Glenmede Trust Co N a (Co-Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn
How much does The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn give each year?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn gave $10.0M across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $10.2M across 21 grants.
What is The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's typical grant size?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's median grant in 2024 was $450,076, and its average grant was $476,271, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn that year got $450K on average.
Where does The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn give grants?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's top state is Florida, with 29% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Illinois (11%) and New York (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (2 grants), New York, NY (2 grants), Boston, MA (2 grants) and Miami, FL (2 grants).
Does The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "In Honor of James Annenberg" (16 grants).
Who are The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's largest grantees?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's largest 2024 grantees include University of Miami ($900,152 across 2 grants), Feeding America ($650,110) and Childrens Hunger Fund ($600,101), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 21% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn reported $198.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $10.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $11.3M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn fund?
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s own mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including food access, children’s services, healthcare, and medical research. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's EIN?
The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-6323823. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The James Annenberg La VEA Char Fdn 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 7, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 30, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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