The FJK Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The FJK Private Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $800,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$800,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$28.8 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $800,000 the year before.
27% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $800,000 | 44 | $24.1 million |
| 2024 | $800,000 | 41 | $28.8 million |
How to apply
The FJK Private 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 FJK Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 30 | $695,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $22,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| By the Hand Club for Kids | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Misericordia Home | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Western Dupage Special Recreation Association Foun | General & Unrestricted | $85,000 |
| Northwest Community Hospital Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $69,000 |
| Clearbrook | General & Unrestricted | $51,000 |
| The Hap Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Childrens Performing Arts | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Partners for Our Communities | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Jeffrey Pride Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Marklund Childrens Home | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Philemon House | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bright Promise | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Christus Victor Lutheran Church | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Harvest Bible Chapel | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Kenneth Young Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor St Josephs Home for the | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Church of St Luke | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Saint Peter Lutheran Church | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sbac Empowerment Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Special Forces Scholarship Fund | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Veterans Foundation of Illinois Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Aspire of Illinois | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jonahre Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Les Turner Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Foundatio | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| My Contagious Generosity Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Northwest Cultural Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Operation Support Our Troops - America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Options & Advocacy for McHenry County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Robert Irvine Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Shelter Inc Suite 203 | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Theresa Catholic Church | Green & gold fundraiser | $5,000 |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Parish & School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary E Rooney
- Frank J Roth
- William W Thorsness
- Gerhardt E Umlauf
Questions people ask
Does The FJK Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The FJK Private Foundation give?
$800,000 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The FJK Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary E Rooney (Dir), Frank J Roth (Dir, Sec, Treas), William W Thorsness (Dir) and Gerhardt E Umlauf (Dir, Pres).
What does The FJK Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.