The Caswell Jin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Caswell Jin Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $284,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $27,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$284,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$27,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $339,600 the year before.
50% 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 | $400,000 | 3 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $339,600 | 10 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $284,000 | 9 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
The Caswell Jin 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 Caswell Jin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $132,000 |
| New York | 3 | $127,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Civic News Company | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Healthright 360 | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Rebuild Local News | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Southern California Grantmakers | Support of the Los Angeles County Medical Debt Coalition RFP: Cost-Effectiveness Study of Presumptive Eligibility Tools for Hospital Charity Care | $50,000 |
| Civic News Company | to support audience growth | $27,000 |
| Dollar for | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Capital Campaign | $25,000 |
| Embarcadero Media Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cityside Journalism Initiative | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Caswell-Jin
- Robert KX Jin
Questions people ask
Does The Caswell Jin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Caswell Jin Foundation give?
$284,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $27,000.
Who runs The Caswell Jin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Caswell-Jin (Co- Pres, Dir) and Robert KX Jin (Dir, Sec, Treas, Co- Pres).
What does The Caswell Jin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and community development.