J&n Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J&n Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Hinckley, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $111,353 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,288 and the largest $19,040. 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$111,353
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,288
- Largest grant$19,040
- Assets$5,672
- New grantees96%
Giving in 2025 was down from $187,704 the year before.
96% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $270,410 | 0 | $3,167 |
| 2024 | $187,704 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $111,353 | 28 | $5,672 |
How to apply
J&n Hope 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 J&n Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $31,040 |
| Ohio | 10 | $28,475 |
| Iowa | 3 | $21,953 |
| California | 1 | $12,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $7,982 |
| Florida | 3 | $5,253 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Indiana | 2 | $1,290 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $440 |
| Michigan | 1 | $166 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good News Center | Charitable giving | $19,040 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $15,000 |
| Center for Christian Virtue | Charitable giving | $12,000 |
| Mattera Ministries | Charitable giving | $12,000 |
| United in Christ - Matteo | Charitable giving | $12,000 |
| Harvestnet Ministries | Charitable giving | $7,500 |
| Gods Soliders Ministries | Christian tithing | $5,004 |
| FAITH2ACTION Ministries | Charitable giving | $5,004 |
| Caritas in Veritate | Charitable giving | $5,000 |
| United in Christ - Bruno | Charitable giving | $4,253 |
| Real Love Ministries | Charitable giving | $2,500 |
| Ministry of Reconciliation | Charitable giving | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $1,953 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $1,545 |
| Awaken the Bloomerang | Charitable giving | $1,032 |
| Ohio Partners for Transformation | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Rise in Love | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Heartland Community Church | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Paypal Society of St Vincent | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Rcma | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Steel City Impact | Charitable giving | $482 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $440 |
| Ohio University Foundation | Charitable giving | $258 |
| The Summit County Agricultural Soci | Charitable giving | $250 |
| United in Christ | Charitable giving | $172 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $166 |
| American Heart Assoc | Charitble giving | $155 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James Surace
- Nancty Surace
Questions people ask
Does J&n Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J&n Hope Foundation give?
$111,353 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,288.
Who runs J&n Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Surace (Director) and Nancty Surace (Director).
What does J&n Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.