JKJ Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JKJ Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $489,840 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $125,000. 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$489,840
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $575,861 the year before.
83% 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 | $573,250 | 12 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $575,861 | 12 | $8.9 million |
| 2025 | $489,840 | 18 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
JKJ 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 JKJ Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $135,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $123,260 |
| California | 4 | $101,580 |
| Illinois | 2 | $55,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $45,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| White Rose Resistance | General charitable purpose | $125,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | General charitable purpose | $63,550 |
| Lifesong | General charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Teen & Family Services | General charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Pro Althletes Outreach | General charitable purpose | $45,000 |
| Gateways to Better Education | General chartiable purpose | $25,000 |
| Trinity Oaks Enterprises | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Live Action | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Texas Right to Life | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| The Chiari Project | General charitable purpose | $12,500 |
| Elijah Rising | General charitable purpose | $10,605 |
| Houston Area Pastors | General charitable purpose | $10,155 |
| Felix Organization | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| The Catholic University | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Grace Fellowship Church | General charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Sa Area Foundation | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Prager U | General chartibable purpose | $530 |
Officers and trustees
- John T Knox Jr
- Steven M Rakofsky
- Cynthia F Seligmann
Questions people ask
Does JKJ Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JKJ Charitable Foundation give?
$489,840 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs JKJ Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John T Knox Jr (Pres.), Steven M Rakofsky (Trustee) and Cynthia F Seligmann (Trustee).
What does JKJ Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.