Private foundation · EIN 86-3312302 · Birmingham, Alabama · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Anthony and Tessa James Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 1 grants paid, $56 total, median $56. 100% of grants stayed in Alabama.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
1
$56
Median grant
$56
Stays in AL
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$10M

Grants paid in 2024

1 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
From PassthroughsBirmingham, ALCharitable$56

About this foundation

Anthony and Tessa James Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Birmingham, Alabama, tax-exempt since 2022. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Anthony and Tessa James Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Anthony and Tessa James Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $56 across 1 grants, a median of $56.

Where does Anthony and Tessa James Foundation give?

Alabama (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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