JHM Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JHM Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Manhattan Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.5 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$8.5 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$357 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.0 million the year before.
46% 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 | $6.0 million | 42 | $334 million |
| 2024 | $8.5 million | 40 | $357 million |
How to apply
JHM 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 JHM Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $2.0 million in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $3.1 million |
| New York | 4 | $1.7 million |
| California | 24 | $1.4 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $205,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $130,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tumo Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $2.3 million |
| JHM Armenia Development Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $1.9 million |
| American Friends of the Louvre Inc | Public support of organization mission | $1.1 million |
| Tumo Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $750,000 |
| Children of Armenia Fund | Public support of organization mission | $505,000 |
| Strive Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $250,000 |
| Civilitas Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $200,000 |
| Friends of Teach for Armenia | Public support of organization mission | $136,400 |
| Ararat Home of Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $110,000 |
| Armenian Eye Care Project | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Armenian Museum of America | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Armenian Technology Group | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Armenian Wounded Heroes Fund | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Compton Junior Equestrians | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Friends of Hrant Dink | Public support of organization mission | $80,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | Public support of organization mission | $75,000 |
| Friends of Team Armenia Basketball | Public support of organization mission | $60,000 |
| American University of Armenia | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Arekuni Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Aznavour Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Evn News Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Les Amies | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Frontline Therapists | Public support of organization mission | $30,000 |
| My Forest Armenia | Public support of organization mission | $30,000 |
| Women's Support Center | Public support of organization mission | $30,000 |
| Nature of Wildworks | Public support of organization mission | $25,235 |
| Friends of Goals | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| Thrive Scholars | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| Oceanographic Teaching Stations | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of San Juan Capistrano | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Hrant's Ark Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Inspire & Rise | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | Public support of organization mission | $5,342 |
| Art Station | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Charlie Keyan Armenian Community School | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Laguna Art Museum | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| American Museum of Ceramic Art | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Children Organization Via Givebutter | Public support of organization mission | $515 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary W Hampar
- Lysa Grigorian
Questions people ask
Does JHM Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JHM Charitable Foundation give?
$8.5 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs JHM Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary W Hampar (Trustee) and Lysa Grigorian (Trustee).
What does JHM Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.