The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Kensington, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$310,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$60,806
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
100% 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 | $122,000 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 3 | $397,363 |
| 2025 | $310,000 | 8 | $60,806 |
How to apply
The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc 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 Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $200,000 |
| California | 2 | $80,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Fund for Public Schools | General support | $150,000 |
| Regents of the University of California at Berkeley | General support | $50,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Project Renewal Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| ALS Association of Greater New York Chapter | General support | $15,000 |
| Robert Packard Ctr for ALS Research | General support | $15,000 |
| UNC Health Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carla I Javits
- Mark A Kaufman
- Jeffrey C Keil
- Hon Joshua M Javits
- Patricia K Perlman
- Joy D Javits
- Emma Javits
- Antonio Cecchetti
- Benjamin Javits
Questions people ask
Does The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc give?
$310,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Carla I Javits (President), Mark A Kaufman (Treasurer), Jeffrey C Keil (Director) and Hon Joshua M Javits (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Marian B and Jacob K Javits Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.