JS Howe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JS Howe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $680,050 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $114,000. 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$680,050
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$114,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $496,350 the year before.
52% 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 | $496,350 | 24 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $680,050 | 25 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
JS Howe 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.
What JS Howe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $200,050 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $171,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $131,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $114,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $11,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Foundation | Community service | $114,000 |
| Marine Corps Heritage Foundation | Community service | $100,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Community service | $80,000 |
| Assumption Church | Religion | $76,500 |
| Foundations in Education Inc | Community service | $51,580 |
| Old Stonebridge Village | Community service | $35,000 |
| Oic of America Inc | Community service | $30,000 |
| Earth Placethe Nature Discovery Center | Protect nature for people and wildlife | $25,070 |
| Massachusetts Audubon | Protect nature for people and wildlife | $25,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | Community service | $20,000 |
| Trustees of Tufts University | Education | $20,000 |
| Third Option Foundation | Community service | $20,000 |
| Feeding America | Community service | $20,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Community service | $11,000 |
| Yankee Institute for Public Policy | Community service | $10,000 |
| Conscience Point Shellfish | Community service | $10,000 |
| Hang Time | Community service | $10,000 |
| Collings Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Horizons | Community service | $5,400 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | Community service | $1,500 |
| Carolyn Flynn Memorial Fund | Community service | $1,000 |
| Emerson Health Care Center | Community service | $1,000 |
| VFW | Community service | $1,000 |
| Summit Academy Oic | Education | $1,000 |
| Brewster High School Salty Hand | Education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacquelyn Howe
- Eliza Howe
- John Howe
Questions people ask
Does JS Howe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JS Howe Family Foundation give?
$680,050 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs JS Howe Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jacquelyn Howe (Trustee), Eliza Howe (Trustee) and John Howe (Trustee).
What does JS Howe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and health.