Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation is a private foundation in Burr Ridge, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$62.7 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.8 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 24 | $48.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 24 | $55.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 10 | $62.7 million |
How to apply
Martin and Patricia Jahn 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 Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $1.6 million |
| Illinois | 5 | $337,166 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Michigan College Foun | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| North Central Michigan College Foun | Charitable | $353,203 |
| Dupage Community Foundation | Charitable | $310,066 |
| Northwest Michigan Habitat | Charitable | $177,006 |
| Dupage Community Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Corning Museum of Glass | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of Greater NW Indi | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bridge Communities Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Assistance League of Chicagoland We | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Hinsdale United Methodist Church | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Jahn
- Eric Emmerick
Questions people ask
Does Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Jahn (Trustee) and Eric Emmerick (Trustee).
What does Martin and Patricia Jahn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.