The Jaket Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jaket Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $15.2 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $4.5 million. 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$15.2 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$4.5 million
- Assets$219 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12.4 million the year before.
57% 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 | $12.4 million | 29 | $171 million |
| 2024 | $15.2 million | 31 | $219 million |
How to apply
The Jaket 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 The Jaket Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 25 | $12.2 million |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $1.8 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $500,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $491,878 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $100,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $96,920 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uncf | Endowment and subsidy grants for project acclaim launch | $4.5 million |
| Harvard Medical School | Q-fastr year 4 payment | $2.0 million |
| University of Wisconsin | Support for school of business dei plan | $1.5 million |
| Life Science Cares | Matching grant for funds raised for project onramp | $1.0 million |
| Elevated Thought | General operating support | $700,000 |
| Uncf | Curriculum and consultant support for project acclaim launch | $541,830 |
| Year Up | To support alumni programming | $535,000 |
| One Goal Foundation | To support one goal programs in milwaukee | $500,000 |
| Loppet Foundation | Support for loppet world cup | $491,878 |
| Camp Harbor View | Annual transportation sponsorship | $400,000 |
| Youth Enrichment Services | Annual grant | $355,000 |
| Roxbury Community College Foundation | Matching grant commitment for the jackie jenkins-scott bridge endowed fund | $333,333 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | First payment of a 3-year pledge to establish and support week-long youth retreats at ron burton training village. | $330,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister Eastern Ma (Previously Mass Bay) | First installment of five year commitment | $250,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston | First of four year pledge to support social worker | $250,000 |
| The Varsity Collective Charitable Fund | Support for bucky's buddies program | $250,000 |
| Social Innovation Forum | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Mother Caroline Academy | Annual commitment and 2024 class sponsorship | $235,000 |
| City Ballet of Boston | To support development staff | $150,000 |
| Falmouth Road Race | High school mile, scholarship match, sponsorship | $102,500 |
| Seacoast Classical Academy | First installment of a five year pledge | $100,000 |
| Park County Community Foundation | 2024 give a hoot matching campaign | $96,920 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | To support the capital campaign | $87,500 |
| College Light Opera Company | Support for 2025 development position | $50,000 |
| College Light Opera Company | To support the 2025 dei scholarship program | $50,000 |
| Breaktime | General operating support | $50,000 |
| MV Youth | 2024 founders gift | $25,000 |
| Red Sox Foundation | Big brothers big sisters donated seats at the may 30th game | $14,000 |
| Heading Home | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Boston | Youthconnect breakfast sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | To support the women fighting hunger breakfast | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Phillip T Gross
- Elizabeth Cochary Gross
- Charles E Clapp III
- Thomas V Quirk
Questions people ask
Does The Jaket Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jaket Foundation give?
$15.2 million in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Jaket Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Phillip T Gross (Trustee), Elizabeth Cochary Gross (Trustee), Charles E Clapp III (Trustee) and Thomas V Quirk (Trustee).
What does The Jaket Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.