John J Moller Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, with a strong emphasis on environmental conservation and education. It funds a range of initiatives, including ocean cleanup efforts, community service programs, and educational institutions. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to enhancing community services and addressing food insecurity through its grantmaking. Its funding activities primarily benefit organizations across multiple states, with a notable focus on California and Virginia.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-midsize nonprofits working in environmental conservation, ocean/marine issues, or local education/community services—especially organizations with a presence or strong ties in California or Virginia and that can use general operating support.
Good Fit
- • Located or active in California or Virginia (observed concentration of dollars).
- • Work in environmental conservation, ocean cleanup, education, or community service.
- • Ability to absorb modest unrestricted grants (typical awards are small to mid-size).
- • Existing relationship, referral, or an introduction to a foundation officer or connected intermediary.
- • Track record of impact that fits the foundation’s prior grantees (environment and education).
Geography
Observed grants were made across eight U.S. states, indicating a multi-state footprint; however nearly half of grant dollars were concentrated in California with a substantial share to Virginia.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 29 distinct recipients (19 small grants and several mid-sized awards) with 22 new recipients that year, demonstrating a broad and diverse recipient set despite some dollar concentration among top recipients.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows many new grantees were added, but the foundation explicitly indicates it funds only preselected recipients and no public application route is provided; this suggests new entrants are unlikely to access funding without a direct invitation or relationship.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
