JAS Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JAS Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $17,000. 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$60,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $33,760 the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $33,760 | 13 | $952,792 |
| 2024 | $60,500 | 11 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
JAS 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 JAS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $30,700 |
| Michigan | 1 | $17,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Gedola Atzeres Mordech | Program support | $17,000 |
| American Friends of Mosdos Montrea | Program support | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Tefila Emanuel | Program support | $9,000 |
| Agudath Israel of West Lawrence | Program support | $8,600 |
| Kollel of Flatbush | Program support | $7,500 |
| Yeshiva Derech Ayson | Program support | $2,500 |
| Telshe Yeshiva Chicago | Program support | $2,000 |
| Kollel of Young Israel | Program support | $1,800 |
| Jep of Long Island | Program support | $1,000 |
| Bais Yaakov | Program service | $600 |
| Agudath Israel of America | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roselind Baum
- Michael E Baum
- Deobrah Jacobs
- Henry Baum
Questions people ask
Does JAS Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JAS Foundation give?
$60,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs JAS Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roselind Baum (Trustee), Michael E Baum (Trustee), Deobrah Jacobs (Trustee) and Henry Baum (President).
What does JAS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.