The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H is a private foundation based in Norfolk, Virginia. Its 2025 filing reports 14 grants totaling $198,250 to charitable organizations, all in Virginia.
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H at a glance
In short: The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H gave $198K across 14 grants in 2025 (avg $14K), mostly in Virginia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $198,250
- -24.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 14
- -12.5% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $14,161
- -13.7% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $2,383,563
- -3.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Virginia (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H
- 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: 601 Pembroke Avenue 1012, Norfolk, VA 23507
Phone: (757) 853-0033
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Old Dominion Athletic Foundation ($75K). Together the top 10 received $185K.
Grant Size Distribution
48 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 41 grants of 48 (85%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2025 went to recipients in Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H gives
- 86% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 28% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 133% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $101K (2020) to $263K (2024). In 2025 it made 14 grants totaling $198K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion Athletic Foundation Norfolk, VA | Support programs to ensure success of student athletes at old dominion university | $75,000 |
| Evms Foundation Norfolk, VA | Support the General Fund | $40,000 |
| UVA Health Foundation Charlottesville, VA | Support uva health's mission to enhance patient care, medical & nursing education, research, and community outreach | $20,000 |
| Elizabeth River Foundation Norfolk, VA | Supoort General Fund | $10,000 |
| Norfolk Botanical Gardens Norfolk, VA | Support the General Fund | $10,000 |
| Rainbow Riders Haymarket, VA | Support the General Fund | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake United Soccer Club Chesapeake, VA | Support General Fund | $5,000 |
| Hurrah Players Norfolk, VA | Support General Fund | $5,000 |
| Little Theater of Norfolk Norfolk, VA | Support General Fund | $5,000 |
| Mercy Chefs Portsmouth, VA | Support General Fund | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,383,563 | $244,852 | $329,486 | $198,250 | 14 | $198,250 | $221,373 | $148,649 |
| 2024 | $2,467,270 | $343,411 | $395,345 | $262,500 | 16 | $262,500 | $319,346 | $154,787 |
| 2023 | $2,510,012 | $163,996 | $292,708 | $168,000 | 9 | $168,000 | $138,377 | $154,871 |
| 2022 | $2,635,160 | $93,112 | $271,959 | $155,000 | 6 | $155,000 | $50,180 | $165,631 |
| 2021 | $2,722,659 | $792,812 | $189,420 | $150,000 | 3 | $150,000 | $119,810 | $145,996 |
| 2020 | $2,334,693 | $473,119 | $123,127 | $101,000 | 3 | — | $37,941 | $102,257 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H reported a distributable amount of $149K for 2025 — 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 2025 grants supported organizations working in areas including university athletics, health, environmental and cultural activities, soccer, emergency food service, and community programs. For example, the Old Dominion Athletic Foundation says its mission includes supporting Old Dominion University athletics, including student-athlete scholarships and NCAA Division I program needs. Mercy Chefs says it provides meals during disasters and emergencies and supports food service in underserved communities. Chesapeake United Soccer Club says it provides children with soccer coaching and opportunities to develop soccer and team skills.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 14 grants totaling $198,250. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $75,000, with a median grant of $5,000. The largest awards included $75,000 to Old Dominion Athletic Foundation, $40,000 to EVMS Foundation, and $20,000 to UVA Health Foundation. Other reported grants included $10,000 each to Elizabeth River Foundation, Norfolk Botanical Gardens, and Rainbow Riders, and $5,000 each to Chesapeake United Soccer Club, Hurrah Players, Little Theater of Norfolk, Mercy Chefs, Virginia Beach Horse Show Association, and Downtown Norfolk Council.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Walter F Hamill Jr as president and trustee, and Cara P Oxenham, Charles M Burton, B Colin Sweeney, and Bryan Graves as trustees.
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H is led by Walter F. Hamill Jr., President & Trustee since 2023 (on filings since 2020); all 5 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Walter F. Hamill Jr.
President & Trustee
Secretary → President & Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$4K (2020) → $28K (2025)
B. Colin Sweeney
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$11K (2022) → $18K (2025)
Cara P. Oxenham
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$11K (2022) → $18K (2025)
Charles M. Burton
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$11K (2022) → $18K (2025)
Bryan Graves
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
$6K (2024) → $18K (2025)
Former officers (3)
- Former: John Hackney III (2022–2024) — Trustee
- Former: David E. Thiel Former (2022) — President & Treasurer
- Former: David E. Thiel (2020–2021) — President & Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $28K, to Walter F Hamill Jr (President / Trustee). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H
How much does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H give each year?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H gave $198K across 14 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $263K across 16 grants.
What is The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's typical grant size?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's median grant in 2025 was $5,000, and its average grant was $14,161, across 14 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H give grants?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H gives mostly in Virginia: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Norfolk, VA (8 grants) and Virginia Beach, VA (2 grants).
Does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H give general operating support?
Yes: 86% of The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's largest grantees?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's largest 2025 grantees include Old Dominion Athletic Foundation ($75,000), Evms Foundation ($40,000) and UVA Health Foundation ($20,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H reported $2.4M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $198K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $149K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants supported organizations working in areas including university athletics, health, environmental and cultural activities, soccer, emergency food service, and community programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H?
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 Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's EIN?
The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-2409678. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Jo Melchor Hackney and John H 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
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 8, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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