Foundations that fund organizations in Jamestown, Missouri
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Jamestown nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $8,885 to Jamestown organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Jamestown around $1,000. 2 of these funders are based in Missouri; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Jamestown
- $8,885
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MO
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Jamestown organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A J Schwartze Community Foundation | Jefferson City, MO | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Yes | General |
| Em Burger Memorial Foundation | California, MO | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Further exempt purpose |
| The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc | Poteau, OK | 1 | $385 | $385 | Preselected only | Winter wisdom training - speaker stipend |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Jamestown, Missouri?
A J Schwartze Community Foundation, Em Burger Memorial Foundation, The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture Inc reported grants to Jamestown organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Jamestown. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.