The DJR Trust-Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The DJR Trust-Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $19,500. 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$87,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$19,500
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $116,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $138,000 | 15 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $116,000 | 20 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $87,500 | 19 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The DJR Trust-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 DJR Trust-Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $57,000 |
| New York | 5 | $18,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Presbyterian Church | General | $19,500 |
| The University of Texas Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Committee to Project Journalists | General | $10,000 |
| United Way | General | $7,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | General | $5,000 |
| Mobile Loaves and Fishes | General | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $5,000 |
| Texas State Cemetery | General | $5,000 |
| Heroes on the Water | General | $2,000 |
| Horseability | General | $2,000 |
| Reporters Committee to Protect 1st Amendment | General | $2,000 |
| The Ann Richards School Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $2,000 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | General | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | General | $1,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General | $1,000 |
| Peoples Community Clinic | General | $1,000 |
| Washington National Cathedral | General | $1,000 |
| St James Episcopal Church | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dan I Rather
- Bessemer Trust Company NA
Questions people ask
Does The DJR Trust-Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The DJR Trust-Foundation give?
$87,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The DJR Trust-Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dan I Rather (Co-Trustee) and Bessemer Trust Company NA (Co-Trustee).
What does The DJR Trust-Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.