HJ Promise Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HJ Promise Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $170,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,000 the year before.
39% 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 | $150,000 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $170,000 | 13 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
HJ Promise 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 HJ Promise Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $45,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Park Foundation | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Heifer International | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Shoreline Soup Kitchen and Pantry | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Challenge Aspen | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Lift-Up | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Aspen Wildfire Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| CT Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Safe Futures | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Food Group | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Toys for Tots Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ukrainian Relief Mission | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Colorado College | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hannah Daitch
- Jacob Daitch
- Katherine Weber
Questions people ask
Does HJ Promise Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HJ Promise Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs HJ Promise Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hannah Daitch (President), Jacob Daitch (Vice President) and Katherine Weber (Secretary).
What does HJ Promise Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and international.