CJM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CJM Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $1.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.5 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $2.5 million | 16 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 16 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
CJM 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 CJM Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $1.9 million |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $550,000 |
| California | 2 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU Langone Hospitals | Public charity | $1.2 million |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York | Public charity | $332,000 |
| French-American Cultural Foundation | Public charity | $150,000 |
| French-American Cultural Foundation | Public charity | $150,000 |
| Dog Tag Inc | Public charity | $100,000 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc | Public charity | $80,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc | Public charity | $80,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc | Public charity | $60,000 |
| Blue Star Families | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Dog Tag Inc | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Dog Tag Inc | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Dog Tag Inc | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Blue Star Families | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc | Public charity | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Abigail Black Elbaum
- Joanna Milstein
Questions people ask
Does CJM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CJM Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs CJM Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Abigail Black Elbaum (Trustee As Required) and Joanna Milstein (Trustee As Required).
What does CJM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, animals and human services.