FJN Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
FJN Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $72,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$72,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $210,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $200,000 | 27 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 30 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 32 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
FJN Charitable 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 FJN Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $159,000 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Devereux | Pa programs | $72,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $9,000 |
| Rosie's Place | General support | $9,000 |
| Finding Shelter Animal Rescue | General support | $8,000 |
| Philabundance | General support | $8,000 |
| Brandeis University | Theater company operations | $7,000 |
| Notre Dame Academy | Theater & arts programs | $7,000 |
| Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts | General support | $7,000 |
| Francisvale | General support | $6,000 |
| Montgomery County Community Col | Art gallery support | $6,000 |
| Paoli Memorial Hospital | General support | $6,000 |
| Paws | General support | $6,000 |
| Boston Healthcare for the Homeless | General support | $5,000 |
| Colonial Theater | General support | $5,000 |
| Gemma Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General support | $5,000 |
| Company One | General support | $4,000 |
| Gateway Arts | General support | $4,000 |
| Mainline Health | General support | $4,000 |
| Boston Partners in Education | General support | $3,000 |
| Camp Victory | General support | $3,000 |
| Hope Lodge | General support | $3,000 |
| Kitty Connection Incorporated | General fund | $3,000 |
| Murphy's Giving Market | General fund | $3,000 |
| Arlington Eats | General support | $2,000 |
| Eat Share | General support | $2,000 |
| Speakeasy Stage Company | General support | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics Pa Chester County Programs | General support | $2,000 |
| Aneway Project Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Melmark | General support | $1,000 |
| Martha Lloyd Community Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Picking Me Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicole Gailus
Questions people ask
Does FJN Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does FJN Charitable Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs FJN Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nicole Gailus (Trustee).
What does FJN Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and housing and homelessness.