JSRCT
Preselected recipients only
JSRCT is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $515,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$515,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.1 million the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 6 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $600,000 | 5 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
JSRCT 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 JSRCT funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $540,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $30,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eparchy of St Maron | Religious--support to catholic maronite churches on the east coast and aid to lebanoneducationalreligious--support to catholic maronite churches on the east coast and aid to lebanon | $515,000 |
| American Friends of Sesobel | Charitable--to help physically challenged children in lebanon | $30,000 |
| Catholic Near East Welfare Association | Charitable--to support eastern catholic churches and people in the middle east & elsewhere | $25,000 |
| Good Shepherd Mission Development Corporation | Religious & charitable--empowering vulnerable and marginalized girls & women in many countries | $20,000 |
| Family of St Sharbel USA | Religious & charitable--sharing the story of st. Sharbel and providing aid to lebanon | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip J Rizik
Questions people ask
Does JSRCT accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JSRCT give?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs JSRCT?
Its 2025 filing lists Philip J Rizik (Trustee).
What does JSRCT fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.