James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment
Preselected recipients only
James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $114,031 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $6,778 and the largest $13,556. 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$114,031
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$6,778
- Largest grant$13,556
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,870 the year before.
7% 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 | $104,090 | 14 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $100,870 | 15 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $114,031 | 14 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment 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 James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $46,115 |
| California | 1 | $13,556 |
| Illinois | 1 | $13,556 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $13,556 |
| Missouri | 1 | $13,556 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,778 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $6,778 |
| Virginia | 1 | $136 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Howard Association of Illinois | General | $13,556 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee | General | $13,556 |
| The Milwaukee Protestant Home Inc | General | $13,556 |
| The Principia | General | $13,556 |
| Braille Institute of America | General | $13,556 |
| The First Church of Christ Scientist | General | $13,556 |
| Community Church of New Boston | General | $6,778 |
| Wisconsin Humane Society | General | $6,778 |
| American Humane Association | General | $6,778 |
| Calvary Presbyterian Church Women's Association | General | $6,778 |
| Goodwill Industries of Milwaukee Area | General | $2,711 |
| Young Womens Christian Assn | General | $2,711 |
| Assoc for Preservation of Virginia Antiquities | General | $136 |
| Womens Association Calvary | General | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment give?
$114,031 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $6,778.
Who runs James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does James B & Jane R Bradford Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.