Jess Fin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jess Fin Foundation is a private foundation in Zionsville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $19,000. 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$35,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$33,264
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $15,011 | 2 | $19,072 |
| 2024 | $29,500 | 2 | $36,721 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 3 | $33,264 |
How to apply
Jess Fin 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 Jess Fin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $19,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Brain Tumor Society | Brain tumor research | $19,000 |
| GBM Translational Center of Excellence Gift Fund Penn Medicine | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean Dalstad
- Erik Dalstad
- Rebecca Dalstad
Questions people ask
Does Jess Fin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jess Fin Foundation give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Jess Fin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jean Dalstad (President / Treasurer), Erik Dalstad (Vice President) and Rebecca Dalstad (Secretary).
What does Jess Fin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.