Edward a St John Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBaltimore, Maryland · EIN 20-1397204 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$325K
Organizations funded74
Typical grant$500
Total assets$105K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,600.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SHARON L AKERS |
|---|---|
| Address | 2560 LORD BALTIMORE DRIVE, BALTIMORE MD 21244 |
| Phone | 4103691273 |
| Form and materials | EACH APPLICANT SHOULD COMPLETE AND SUBMIT A ONE TO TWO-PAGE "LETTER OF INQUIRY" TO INITIATE A REQUEST FOR FUTURE FUNDING CONSIDERATION. THE LETTER SHOULD INCLUDE ORGANIZATION MISSION, FUNDING NEED, POPULATION SERVED, PROGRAM SCOPE, KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS, SUMMARY OF PROJECT GOALS, TRACKING PLAN INCLUDING MEASUREMENTS USED TO DETERMINE IMPACT, SUCCESS AND SUSTAINABILITY, PARTNERSHIPS/COLLABORATIONS, FUNDING AMOUNT REQUESTED, PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTION GOING DIRECTLY FOR PURPOSE INTENDED, AND GRANT PERIOD. FOLLOWING INFORMATION WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO FUNDING APPROVAL: CURRENT IRS DETERMINATION LETTER OF TAX-EXEMPT STATUS MOST RECENT AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT CURRENT OPERATING BUDGET PROJECTED OPERATING BUDGET FOR EACH YEAR FUNDING IS REQUESTED LIST OF CURRENT BOARD & COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS PERTINENT SUPPORTIVE MATERIALS |
| Deadlines | MARCH 1, JUNE 1, SEPTEMBER 1, DECEMBER 1 |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO FORMAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS. AS SUCH, THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF GRANT REQUESTS WILL BE CONSIDERED: PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS THE FOUNDATION WILL ONLY MAKE GRANTS TO TAX-EXEMPT 501(C)(3) INSTITUTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS, AND DOES NOT AWARD GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALS, OR FOR DEFICIT FINANCING, TRAVEL OR LOANS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
32% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation Inc | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $62,500 |
| Utah Valley University Foundation | Orem, UT | To further exempt purpose | $62,500 |
| The Boys' Latin School of Maryland | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $50,250 |
| Loyola Blakefield | Towson, MD | To further exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Baltimore Washington Medical Center Foundation | Glen Burnie, MD | To further exempt purpose | $24,285 |
| Mcdonogh School | Owings Mills, MD | To further exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Umms Foundation | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $13,500 |
| University of Maryland College Park Foundation | College Park, MD | To further exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Cross Victory Ministries | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Honeygo Regional Veterans Memorial | Perry Hall, MD | To further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Metro Maryland Youth for Christ | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| National Aquarium | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Living Classrooms Foundation | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Carsons Scholars Fund | Towson, MD | To further exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Mother Mary Lange Catholic School | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics Maryland | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $2,330 |
| Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| First Tee - Greater Baltimore | Hunt Valley, MD | To further exempt purpose | $1,600 |
| Cal Ripken Sr Foundation | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $1,257 |
| Frederick Community College Foundation | Frederick, MD | To further exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| Bwi Community Development Foundation | Linthicum Heights, MD | To further exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Explore Austin | Austin, TX | To further exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Maryland National Guard Youth Challenge Foundation Inc | Bel Air, MD | To further exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Everyman Theater | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $800 |
| Beauty for Ashes | Buxton, NC | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Crown of Life Christian Academy | Fort Atkinson, WI | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Clear Spring, MD | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Grace Community Church of Southern Maryland | Hollywood, MD | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Horses N Heroes | Citra, FL | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Legacy School of Maryland | Sykesville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Lighthouse Youth Center | Milwaukee, WI | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Special Olympics Pennsylvania Adams County | Gettysburg, PA | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| St Joseph's Nursing Home | Catonsville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $750 |
| Mcdaniel College | Westminster, MD | To further exempt purpose | $650 |
| Grace Fellowship Church | Timonium, MD | To further exempt purpose | $550 |
| Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation | Boston, MA | To further exempt purpose | $510 |
| Bethlehem University Foundation | Beltsville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Bishop Mcdevitt High School | Harrisburg, PA | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Chimes International Ltd | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Chizuk Amuno Congregation | Pikesville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Happy Helpers for the Homeless | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Howard County 4-H Livestock Sale | Clarksville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Mercy High School | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Music City Wheel Golf Classic | Nashville, TN | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| St Paul's Lutheran School | Kingsville, MD | To further exempt purpose | $500 |
| Maryland Leadership Seminar Foundation Inc | Germantown, MD | To further exempt purpose | $450 |
| Lisbon United Methodist Church | Lisbon, MD | To further exempt purpose | $400 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ Inc | Orlando, FL | To further exempt purpose | $300 |
| Dickey Hill Elementary School | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $300 |
| Women's Education Alliance | Towson, MD | To further exempt purpose | $300 |
| Associated Jewish Federation of Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
| Dutch Sheets Ministries | Batesburg, SC | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Annapolis | Annapolis, MD | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
| Logan's Never Be Alone Foundation | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
| Providence Center | Glen Burnie, MD | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
| Helping Up Mission Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | To further exempt purpose | $200 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | New York, NY | To further exempt purpose | $200 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | To further exempt purpose | $200 |
| United Communities Volunteer Fire Dept Inc | Stevenson, MD | To further exempt purpose | $200 |
Showing the 60 largest of 74 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $324,892 | 79 |
| 2023 | $437,108 | 89 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349103603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1397204
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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