Ja Woollam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ja Woollam Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $238,376 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $215,376. 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$238,376
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$215,376
- Assets$29.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $202,875 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 | $94,932 | 13 | $27.1 million |
| 2024 | $202,875 | 16 | $29.4 million |
| 2025 | $238,376 | 5 | $29.4 million |
How to apply
Ja Woollam 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 Ja Woollam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $225,376 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $8,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Foundation fund & scholarships | $215,376 |
| Spring Creek Prairie Audubon | Nature education programs & maintaining tallgrass prairie habitat | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support - wyoming chapter | $5,000 |
| Wyoming Public Media | General support | $5,000 |
| Sheridan Community Land Trust | Community trails | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Woollam
Questions people ask
Does Ja Woollam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ja Woollam Foundation give?
$238,376 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ja Woollam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Woollam (Trustee).
What does Ja Woollam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.