JTB Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JTB Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $27.6 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $15.2 million. 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$27.6 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$15.2 million
- Assets$162 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11.5 million the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $950,000 | 25 | $30.7 million |
| 2024 | $11.5 million | 31 | $77.8 million |
| 2025 | $27.6 million | 31 | $162 million |
How to apply
JTB Family 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 JTB Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 11 | $16.3 million |
| Illinois | 13 | $10.9 million |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $75,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General support | $15.2 million |
| Northern Illinois University Foundation | General support | $10.0 million |
| St John's Preparatory School | General support | $750,000 |
| Food for Greater Elgin Inc | General support | $150,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General support | $150,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | General support | $150,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General support | $150,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | General support | $100,000 |
| Elgin Community College Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General support | $100,000 |
| Smile Train Inc | Support the education of third world country doctors to provide free cleft repair surgery | $100,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | General support | $70,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | General support | $62,500 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General support | $62,500 |
| Twin Cities Public Television Inc | General support | $62,500 |
| Window to the World Communications Inc | General support | $62,500 |
| Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disordersassociation Inc DBA Alzheimer's Asso | General support | $50,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Barrington Area Council on Aging Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Covenant House Illinois | General support | $25,000 |
| Evolve Adoption & Family Services | General support | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Nothern Fox Valley | Support the building and repair of homes for those in need of a place to live | $25,000 |
| Nexus Family Healing | General support | $25,000 |
| One Tree Planted | General support | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Northern Central States Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | General support | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army Northern Division | Support the poor | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army Southwest Division | Support the poor | $25,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Support childrens health care | $25,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Inc | Support the building and repair of homes for those in need of a place to live | $25,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota | Support the rehabilitation of injured, sick, and orphaned animals | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James L Baustert
- Theo J Baustert
- Brian Jeffrey Baustert
- Julia L Baustert
- Timothy J Baustert
- Dawn Baustert
- Chris Baustert
Questions people ask
Does JTB Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JTB Family Foundation give?
$27.6 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs JTB Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James L Baustert (President, Director (Part Year)), Theo J Baustert (Director (Part Year)), Brian Jeffrey Baustert (President, Director) and Julia L Baustert (Director (Part Year)) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does JTB Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and health.