J D Abrams Foundation
Accepts applications
J D Abrams Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $355,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$355,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $325,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,000 | 4 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $325,000 | 6 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $355,000 | 6 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael L Schmid 4855 N Mesa Suite 108, El Paso, TX 79912 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (915) 261-1635, mike@mikeschmidcpa.com |
| What to submit | Guidelines not determined at this time, please contact person named in 2A above. |
What J D Abrams Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $145,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $135,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville Humane Society | Contribution to caring for homeless animals | $75,000 |
| Humane Society of Pirellas | Contribution to support homeless animals. | $75,000 |
| Emancipet | Contribution in support of housing homeless animals | $60,000 |
| Humane Society of El Paso | Contribution in support of housing homeless animals | $60,000 |
| Humane Society of Wilkes | Contribution in support of housing homeless animals | $60,000 |
| Austin Humane Society | Contribution in support of housing homeless animals | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elsie Abrams
- Julie Koch
- Ben Arnold
- Michael L Schmid
- James D Abrams Jr
Questions people ask
Does J D Abrams Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does J D Abrams Foundation give?
$355,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs J D Abrams Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elsie Abrams (Chairman), Julie Koch (Charity Advisor), Ben Arnold (Financial Advisor) and Michael L Schmid (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does J D Abrams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and housing and homelessness.