JMS Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
JMS Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Branford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,878 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,044 and the largest $5,150. 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$32,878
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,044
- Largest grant$5,150
- Assets$51,127
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $68,512 the year before.
100% 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 | $68,512 | 7 | $71,873 |
| 2024 | $32,878 | 15 | $51,127 |
How to apply
JMS 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 JMS Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $16,051 |
| California | 1 | $5,150 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,575 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,044 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,033 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $525 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Options | Charitable | $5,150 |
| Collab New Haven | Charitable | $5,000 |
| James Blackstone Memorial Liabrary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Putney School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Let There Be Light International | Charitable | $2,575 |
| Branford Food Pantry | Charitable | $2,021 |
| Campesinos | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Itep | Charitable | $1,044 |
| Louisiana Bucket Brigade | Charitable | $1,033 |
| Connecticut Mental Health Center Fo | Charitable | $1,030 |
| Yale University | Charitable | $1,000 |
| CT Mirror | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Circlecamps | Charitable | $525 |
| Edith B Jackson Child Care Program | Charitable | $500 |
| Connecticut Mental Health Center Fo | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Goldblum
- Joanne Goldblum
- Jesse Goldblum
- Mollie Goldblum
Questions people ask
Does JMS Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JMS Foundation Inc give?
$32,878 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,044.
Who runs JMS Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David Goldblum (VP, Secretar), Joanne Goldblum (President, D), Jesse Goldblum (Director) and Mollie Goldblum (Director).
What does JMS Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.