Jampo Fund
Preselected recipients only
Jampo Fund is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$24,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$395,584
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,000 the year before.
27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $365,940 |
| 2022 | $11,250 | 4 | $266,461 |
| 2023 | $18,000 | 8 | $385,203 |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 14 | $399,240 |
| 2025 | $24,000 | 11 | $395,584 |
How to apply
Jampo Fund 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 Jampo Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $14,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Born Free USA | Wildlife Protection | $5,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Humanitarian Aid | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | Healthcare | $3,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Environmental Protection | $2,000 |
| Austin Child Guidance Center | Healthcare | $2,000 |
| Austin PBS | Education | $2,000 |
| KUT Radio | Education | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Healthcare | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Healthcare | $1,000 |
| Heifer International | Humanitarian Aid | $1,000 |
| Caritas of Austin | Humanitarian Aid | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pema Bear
- Janna Bear
- Eric Bear
- Steven Bear
- Will Dibrell
Questions people ask
Does Jampo Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jampo Fund give?
$24,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Jampo Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Pema Bear (President), Janna Bear (VP Secretary), Eric Bear (Treasurer) and Steven Bear (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jampo Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.