The J Grace Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The J Grace Foundation is a private foundation in San Juan Capistrano, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $392,750 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$392,750
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $504,250 the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $354,060 | 30 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $504,250 | 31 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $392,750 | 34 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The J Grace 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 The J Grace Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $374,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $8,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shea Therapeutic San Juan Capistrano | Therapeutic support | $75,000 |
| Chapman University | Scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Orangewood Fdn | Foster and community youth services | $50,000 |
| Mission Hospital Foundation | Helping hands fund | $30,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Quality health care | $25,000 |
| St James Epis Church | General fund | $20,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Helping hands fund | $20,000 |
| St Edwards the Confessor Catholic | As needed by the church | $15,000 |
| Napa Valley Festival Assn | Helping hands fund | $15,000 |
| Hidden Truth Project | General fund | $15,000 |
| Shea Therapeutic Riding Ctr | Therapeutic support | $10,000 |
| Mission Hospital Foundation | Helping hands fund | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Escape from poverty housing | $5,000 |
| Choc Foundation | Helping hands fund | $5,000 |
| Camino Health Center | Helping hands fund | $5,000 |
| St Edward | General fund | $5,000 |
| Orangewood Fdn | General fund | $5,000 |
| Toys for Tos | Collect new toys and distribute to children at christmass. | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $3,000 |
| Uso | General fund | $3,000 |
| Shea Therapeutic Riding Ctr | Therapeutic support | $2,500 |
| Living Success Center | Quality health care | $2,500 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Helping hands fund | $2,500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Children with critical illnesses | $2,250 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Help the homeless | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Help the homeless | $2,000 |
| Children's Hospital la | Helping hands fund | $2,000 |
| Oc Food Bank | General fund | $2,000 |
| ASPCA | Helping hands fund | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | To provide comfort, care and support to children and families. | $1,000 |
| Impac 100 Oc | Helping hands fund | $1,000 |
| City of Hope | Helping hands fund | $1,000 |
| American Lung Assn California | Cancer and pediatric disease research | $500 |
| The Seeing Eye | Helping hands fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Julianna Eva Pyott
Questions people ask
Does The J Grace Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J Grace Foundation give?
$392,750 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The J Grace Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julianna Eva Pyott (Chairman / Trustee).
What does The J Grace Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and youth programs.