JLH Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JLH Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $795,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $220,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$795,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$220,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2024 was up from $650,000 the year before.
79% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $650,000 | 22 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $795,000 | 28 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
JLH Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $220,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $140,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $120,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $115,000 |
| California | 4 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $50,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TP USA | General use | $220,000 |
| Uatx | General use | $100,000 |
| Media Research Center | General use | $50,000 |
| David Horowitz Freedom Center | General use | $50,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General use | $50,000 |
| State Freedom Caucus Foundation | General use | $30,000 |
| Conservative Partnership Institute | General use | $30,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Committee to Unleash Prosperity | General use | $25,000 |
| Libre Institute | General use | $20,000 |
| Independent Women's Forum | General use | $20,000 |
| Illinois Policy Insitute | General use | $20,000 |
| Freedom Works Foundation | General use | $20,000 |
| Grand Opportunity United | General use | $10,000 |
| Advocates for Faith and Freedom | General use | $10,000 |
| Living on the Edge | General use | $10,000 |
| Unreported Story Society | General use | $10,000 |
| Robert Small Legacy Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Young Americans for Liberty Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| American Principles Project Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Our America | General use | $10,000 |
| All Things Possible | General use | $10,000 |
| Truth for Life | General use | $10,000 |
| Real Clear Media Fund | General use | $10,000 |
| State Financial Officers Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Independent Institute | General use | $5,000 |
| Emergent Order | General use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heather Hayden
- Marilyn Hayden
- Douglas Hayden
Questions people ask
Does JLH Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JLH Foundation give?
$795,000 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs JLH Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Heather Hayden (Director), Marilyn Hayden (Secretary) and Douglas Hayden (President).