The Joan Capps Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Joan Capps Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$43,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$754,811
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,750 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $56,500 | 7 | $690,165 |
| 2024 | $36,750 | 6 | $705,910 |
| 2025 | $43,500 | 6 | $754,811 |
How to apply
The Joan Capps 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $15,000 | |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Joyful Journey Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heros | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Haitian American Lawyers Association of New York I | To fund two scholarships | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith A Lepadatu
- Jodi Phillips
- Kimberly Swetland
- Cindy Tilson
- Robert Tilson
Questions people ask
Does The Joan Capps Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joan Capps Foundation Inc give?
$43,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Joan Capps Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith A Lepadatu (Founding Dir), Jodi Phillips (Dir, Sec), Kimberly Swetland (Dir, Pres) and Cindy Tilson (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.