T J Foundation
Preselected recipients only
T J Foundation is a private foundation in Saint John, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,015 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$54,015
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$771,785
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,277 the year before.
8% 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 | $38,694 | 12 | $604,369 |
| 2024 | $43,277 | 13 | $674,459 |
| 2025 | $54,015 | 13 | $771,785 |
How to apply
T J 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 T J Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 3 | $18,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $16,015 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Northewest in | General | $12,000 |
| Lumen Cristi High School | General | $8,515 |
| St Mary School | General | $7,500 |
| Francian Health Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Student Conservation Associates | General | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $5,000 |
| Big Bend Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| Pulmonary Hypertension | General | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | General | $1,000 |
| Natl Multiple Sclerosis Society | General | $1,000 |
| Death With Dignity | General | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $1,000 |
| Multiple Mucloma Research | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Briggs
Questions people ask
Does T J Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does T J Foundation give?
$54,015 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs T J Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Briggs (President).
What does T J Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.