James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,200 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$37,200
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,700 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,700 | 8 | $868,164 |
| 2024 | $30,700 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $37,200 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
James T & Diane M Judson Charitable 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.
What James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $23,700 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General fund | $6,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rainforest Trust | General fund | $5,000 |
| Phi Delta Theta Education Fdn | General fund | $5,000 |
| LRCC Wildcat Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Hope Services | General fund | $3,000 |
| Camp Tuolumne Trails | General fund | $2,500 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | General fund | $2,000 |
| Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors | General fund | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General fund | $1,500 |
| Go2 Cancer Foundation | General fund | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- James T Judson
- Diane M Judson
Questions people ask
Does James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation give?
$37,200 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James T Judson (Pres Dir) and Diane M Judson (Secy,CFO,Dir).
What does James T & Diane M Judson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.