Foundation for the Improvement of Justice
Preselected recipients only
Foundation for the Improvement of Justice is a private foundation in McDonough, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$90,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $70,000 | 7 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Foundation for the Improvement of Justice 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sherry Black Foundation | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
| For the People | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
| Kidz2Leaders | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
| Last Prisoner Project | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
| Safe Exit Iniative | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
| Individual | Improving USjustice system | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary S Armstrong
- Paul H Anderson
- Paul Jones
- Amy Simon
- Vjollca P Young
- Edith B Primm
- Michael T Griffin
- Janine D Willis
- Gregory A Adams
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for the Improvement of Justice accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foundation for the Improvement of Justice give?
$90,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Foundation for the Improvement of Justice?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary S Armstrong (Chairperson), Paul H Anderson (President), Paul Jones (V. President) and Amy Simon (Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.