Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$372,508
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $20,000 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,000 | 2 | $331,767 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $372,508 |
How to apply
Richard J and Involut V Jessup 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 Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | To enhance charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | To enhance charitable activities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Jessup
- Involut V Jessup
- John R Jessup
- John M Foster
- Mary M Lyneis
Questions people ask
Does Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard J Jessup (President/Director), Involut V Jessup (Secretary), John R Jessup (Treasurer) and John M Foster (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Richard J and Involut V Jessup Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and human services.