About Us
The Monticello Association was founded in 1913 to care for, preserve and continue the family graveyard at Monticello. It is a non-profit organization whose members include the lineal descendants of Thomas Jefferson. The Association’s purposes are stated in Article II of its Constitution. Somewhat abbreviated, they are:
A. (1) To preserve and care for the graves and grounds of the Monticello graveyard, (2) to protect and perpetuate the reputation and fame of Thomas Jefferson and, (3) to encourage association and friendship among Mr. Jefferson’s descendants;
B. To defend the property rights of the lineal descendants of Col. T.J. Randolph as owners of the original Monticello graveyard; and
C. To affirm the right of the descendants of Thomas Jefferson to burial in the addition to the Monticello graveyard as provided in the covenant under which the property was deeded.
The Association is qualified to be the recipient and/or beneficiary of gifts, estates, trusts, etc. and has had an Endowment Fund since 1953, to be the receiver of any such funds collected. We are a tax-exempt organization under Section 501 C-13 of the Internal Revenue Code, and are classified as a non-profit organization. Contributions made to the Monticello Association (e.g. annual dues, annual contributions in excess of annual dues, and other contributions such as memorials) are generally deductible for federal income tax purposes.
If you wish to make a contribution in excess of annual dues, the Association is happy to discuss with you methods of doing so. The Association does not provide tax or legal advice and recommends that you consult with a qualified tax advisor for matters pertaining to your specific situation.
A. (1) To preserve and care for the graves and grounds of the Monticello graveyard, (2) to protect and perpetuate the reputation and fame of Thomas Jefferson and, (3) to encourage association and friendship among Mr. Jefferson’s descendants;
B. To defend the property rights of the lineal descendants of Col. T.J. Randolph as owners of the original Monticello graveyard; and
C. To affirm the right of the descendants of Thomas Jefferson to burial in the addition to the Monticello graveyard as provided in the covenant under which the property was deeded.
The Association is qualified to be the recipient and/or beneficiary of gifts, estates, trusts, etc. and has had an Endowment Fund since 1953, to be the receiver of any such funds collected. We are a tax-exempt organization under Section 501 C-13 of the Internal Revenue Code, and are classified as a non-profit organization. Contributions made to the Monticello Association (e.g. annual dues, annual contributions in excess of annual dues, and other contributions such as memorials) are generally deductible for federal income tax purposes.
If you wish to make a contribution in excess of annual dues, the Association is happy to discuss with you methods of doing so. The Association does not provide tax or legal advice and recommends that you consult with a qualified tax advisor for matters pertaining to your specific situation.