Jab Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jab Foundation is a private foundation in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,100 and the largest $401,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,100
- Largest grant$401,000
- Assets$26.7 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $552,341 the year before.
37% 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 | $671,032 | 24 | $20.3 million |
| 2024 | $552,341 | 20 | $23.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 27 | $26.7 million |
How to apply
Jab 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 Jab Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 22 | $1.0 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $135,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of St Thomas | Charitable | $401,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Charitable | $135,000 |
| Cristo Rey | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Aim Higher Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Marquette University | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Serve Minnesota | Charitable | $80,000 |
| Edallies | Charitable | $77,000 |
| Unitied Way | Charitable | $42,042 |
| Good Shepard School | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Think Small | Charitable | $25,000 |
| University of MN Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | Charitable | $13,500 |
| Immaculate Conception Catholic School | Charitable | $12,000 |
| The Reading League | Charitable | $10,100 |
| Bethany Lutheran College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Black Men Teach | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Constellation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Green Light Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Groves Learning Organization | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Literacy MN | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Mary of the Lake | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Friends of Hennepin Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdos | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Spoon Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Benilde - St Margarets | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane McDonald Black
- Archie Black
- Michael Black
Questions people ask
Does Jab Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jab Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,100.
Who runs Jab Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane McDonald Black (Trustee), Archie Black (Trustee) and Michael Black (Trustee).
What does Jab Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.