The Ken and Judith Joy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ken and Judith Joy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portola Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$3.9 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $220,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $220,000 | 1 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 1 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 1 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
The Ken and Judith Joy Family 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
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilary Joy Harmssen
- Matthew T Joy
- Ken E Joy
- Sian Joy Durgin
- Jennifer L Joy
- Joshua A Harmssen
- Jessica M Joy
Questions people ask
Does The Ken and Judith Joy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ken and Judith Joy Family Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Ken and Judith Joy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hilary Joy Harmssen (Sec / Director), Matthew T Joy (Director), Ken E Joy (CFO / Director) and Sian Joy Durgin (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.