Faith & James Knight Foundationinc
Preselected recipients only
Faith & James Knight Foundationinc is a private foundation in Holmdel, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $197,250 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$197,250
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $183,500 the year before.
30% 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 | $183,500 | 23 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $197,250 | 27 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Faith & James Knight Foundationinc 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 Faith & James Knight Foundationinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 17 | $97,250 |
| Michigan | 5 | $87,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 180 Turning Lives Around | Fund compensation of counselor | $30,000 |
| Cascades Humane Society | Fund new communal cat room | $25,000 |
| Cascades Humane Society | Fund general operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Cascades Humane Society | Fund general operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Sisters Academy of New Jersey | Fund one scholarship 2025-2026 | $18,000 |
| Women of At&t South Jersey Chapter | Fund rise against hunger food events | $13,000 |
| Therapeutic Riding Inc | Adopt two horses-2025 | $12,000 |
| 180 Turning Lives Around | Fund naming of anna's safe house | $10,000 |
| Parker Family Health Center | Fund women's health program | $10,000 |
| Peta | Fund veterinary services | $10,000 |
| Contact of Ocean & Monmouth Cnty | Fund charitable mission | $5,000 |
| Family & Childrens Services | Fund specialist on rep payee team | $5,000 |
| 180 Turning Lives Around | Fund charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Favor Upstate | Fund charitable mission | $1,000 |
| 180 Turning Lives Around | Fund charitable mission | $750 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Monmouth Count | Fund charitable mission | $750 |
| Sisters Academy of New Jersey | Fund charitable mission | $750 |
| Catsbury Park | Help save cats/kittens in need | $500 |
| Catsburg Park | Help save cats/kittens in need | $500 |
| Collier Youth Servcies | Fund kateri summer camp | $500 |
| Contact of Ocean & Monmouth Cnty | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| Higher Hopes | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| National Disaster Search Dog FD | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| Njcasa | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| Woman's Club of Middletown Njsfwc Headquarters | Fund charitable mission | $500 |
| Women's Sports Foundation | Fund may 2025 giving day match | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Gaughran
- Cheryl Bliss
- Lisa Knight
- Donna Balon
- Frances Lobl
Questions people ask
Does Faith & James Knight Foundationinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Faith & James Knight Foundationinc give?
$197,250 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Faith & James Knight Foundationinc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Gaughran (Trustee/Sec), Cheryl Bliss (Trustee), Lisa Knight (Trustee/Pres) and Donna Balon (Trustee/Trea) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Faith & James Knight Foundationinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and faith communities.