The Jonty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jonty Foundation is a private foundation in Lilydale, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$80,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$138,085
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $130,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,000 | 2 | $139,331 |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 2 | $118,708 |
| 2025 | $80,000 | 2 | $138,085 |
How to apply
The Jonty 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 The Jonty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Peter's Foundation | Medical research | $60,000 |
| Regents of the University of California | Medical | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph S Micallef
- Jane Y Micallef
- Maura J Fisk
- Robert M Weyerhaeuser
Questions people ask
Does The Jonty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jonty Foundation give?
$80,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Jonty Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph S Micallef (Trustee), Jane Y Micallef (Trustee), Maura J Fisk (Trustee) and Robert M Weyerhaeuser (Trustee).
What does The Jonty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.