James E Hughes Jr Foundation
Invitation OnlyBirmingham, Alabama · EIN 86-3843897 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$20K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 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
100% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boston Foundation - Karoff Fund for Leadership in Philanthropy | Boston, MA | To promote art and culture for historically underserved communities | $10,000 |
| Horizons Colorado | Denver, CO | To create community and opportunity for youth of under-resourced communities in and around denver | $5,000 |
| Musizi University Foundation | LA Canada Flintridge, CA | To provide higher education for african youth | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 5 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349100735
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-3843897
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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