Eric Javits Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eric Javits Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $118,950 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $15,000. 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$118,950
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,310 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $83,535 | 61 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $95,310 | 71 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $118,950 | 72 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Eric Javits 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 Eric Javits Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 19 | $33,800 |
| New York | 10 | $29,200 |
| District of Columbia | 22 | $28,400 |
| Illinois | 2 | $13,500 |
| Virginia | 8 | $6,800 |
| California | 3 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aa Alumni Foundation Inc | Education contribution | $15,000 |
| Turning Point USA NFP | Education contribution | $13,000 |
| The Society of Four Arts | Arts contribution | $11,000 |
| American First Legal Foundation | Human rights contribution | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | Health, safety & social welfare contribution | $6,000 |
| Foundation for Defense of Democracies | Education contribution | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Health, safety & social welfare contribution | $5,000 |
| Middle East Forum | Health, safety & social welfare contribution | $5,000 |
| Pine Crest School | Education contribution | $3,000 |
| Institure for A Secure America | Education contribution | $2,000 |
| National Legal & Policy Center | Education contribution | $2,000 |
| Public Interest Legal Foundation | Human rights contribution | $2,000 |
| The Investigative Project on Terrorism | Education contribution | $2,000 |
| Beta Theta Pi Fdn | Education contribution | $1,500 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Education contribution | $1,500 |
| 60 Plus Foundation | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Competitive Enterprise Institute (Cei) | Eviromental protection | $1,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El | Religious contribution | $1,000 |
| Conservative Partnership Institute | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Council of American Ambassadors | Professional association | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Government Accountability | Health safety & social welfare contribution | $1,000 |
| Glades Academy Foundation | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Independent Women Foundation | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Human rights contribution | $1,000 |
| National Review Institute | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Policie & Fire Foundation Inc | Benefit contribution | $1,000 |
| State Policy Network | Health, safety & social welfare contribution | $1,000 |
| The Hoover Institution | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| The Tax Foundation | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Wilson Center | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| Real Clear Media Fund | Education contribution | $1,000 |
| The Flager Museum | Education contribution | $750 |
| Capital Research Center | Education contribution | $500 |
| Cato Institute | Education contribution | $500 |
| Committee for A Constructive Tomorrow (Cfact) | Education contribution | $500 |
| Friends of Conservation | Eviromental protection | $500 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | Education contribution | $500 |
| Goldwater Institute in Defense | Education contribution | $500 |
| Guatamalan Tomorrow Fund | Health, safety & social welfare contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric M Javits
- Margaretha Javits
- Eric M Javits Jr
- Jocelyn Javits
Questions people ask
Does Eric Javits Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eric Javits Family Foundation give?
$118,950 in tax year 2025, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Eric Javits Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric M Javits (President/Director), Margaretha Javits (Director), Eric M Javits Jr (Director) and Jocelyn Javits (Director).
What does Eric Javits Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.