Ja Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ja Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$24,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,500 the year before.
71% 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 | $32,750 | 12 | $504,601 |
| 2024 | $23,500 | 8 | $730,765 |
| 2025 | $24,500 | 7 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Ja 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 Ja Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Scranton | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Stop Childrens Cancer | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Ballet Theatre of Scranton | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Center for Family Services | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Motorsports Hall of Fame | Charitable | $1,000 |
| North Pocono Library | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Osterhout Library | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Amato
Questions people ask
Does Ja Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ja Foundation give?
$24,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ja Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Amato (President / Treasurer).
What does Ja Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.