The Jireh Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jireh Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $696,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $170,000. 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$696,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$20.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $718,000 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $690,000 | 11 | $14.6 million |
| 2024 | $718,000 | 16 | $16.7 million |
| 2025 | $696,000 | 16 | $20.9 million |
How to apply
The Jireh 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 Jireh Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $395,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $105,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 2 | $45,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $30,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinitarian Church of Wayland | Operational | $170,000 |
| Museum of Science Boston | Operational | $110,000 |
| Glad Tidings India | Operational | $105,000 |
| Whitehead Institute | Operational | $30,000 |
| The University of Witwaterstrand Fund | Operational | $30,000 |
| NE University | Operational | $30,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Operational | $30,000 |
| World Vision | Operational | $30,000 |
| Termeer Foundation | Operational | $25,000 |
| Ophthalmology Foundation | Operational | $25,000 |
| Institute of New England | Operational | $25,000 |
| The Possible Project | Operational | $20,000 |
| Gti Hope | Operational | $20,000 |
| Elevate New England | Operational | $20,000 |
| Northeastern University | Operational | $15,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Operational | $11,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Dunsire
- Michael L Hall
Questions people ask
Does The Jireh Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jireh Foundation give?
$696,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs The Jireh Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Dunsire (Trustee) and Michael L Hall (Trustee).
What does The Jireh Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.