B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation
Mayfield Heights, Ohio · EIN 341809978 · Private foundation
Based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation has awarded $4.0M across 163 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Cleveland Museum of Natural History. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation funds
B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, early childhood education, education, higher education, sports & recreation.
Populations it has supported include families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Museum of Natural History $450,000 TRANSFORMING THE WORLD OF DISCOVERY CAMPAIGN$10,000 ANNUAL FUND | Cleveland, OH | $460K | 2022 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church GENERAL | Cleveland Heights, OH | $270K | 2023 |
| Cleveland Museum of Natural History $250,000 TRANSFORMING THE WORLD OF DISCOVERY CAMPAIGN$10,000 ANNUAL FUND | Cleveland, OH | $260K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation
B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation
- Does B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation accept grant applications?
- B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation fund?
- B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Cleveland Museum of Natural History, St Paul's Episcopal Church. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation give in grants?
- B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $716K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.0M over 163 grants.
- Where is B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation located?
- B Charles and Jay G Ames Foundation is based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 341809978.
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