Christopher Johnson Mccandless Memorial Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyVirginia Beach, Virginia · EIN 20-5772157 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$28K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$202K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $600 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Mission | Staunton, VA | Homeless shelter & support org | $15,000 |
| Young Life of Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach, VA | Introduce adolescents to jesus | $10,000 |
| Cape Fear Young Life | Wilmington, NC | Introduce adolescents to jesus | $2,000 |
| Wccb Chapel | Virginia Beach, VA | Support spirial wellness of resident | $600 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,600 | 4 |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $613,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642459349100804
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5772157
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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