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JSL Family Foundation

Preselected recipients only Salado, Texas · EIN 461551288

JSL Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salado, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $41,553 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $800 and the largest $18,427. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.

From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.

Giving in 2024 was up from $34,888 the year before.

74% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidNumber of grantsAssets
2022$18,56114$1.6 million
2023$34,88810$2.0 million
2024$41,55319$1.7 million

How to apply

JSL Family 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.

IRS filings on ProPublica

What JSL Family Foundation funds

Where it gives

Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Tennessee.

StateGrantsAmount
Tennessee1$18,427
Texas4$13,023
California4$3,393
Florida2$2,047
Utah2$1,561
New York2$1,015
Oklahoma1$800
Colorado1$516
Pennsylvania1$510
Nebraska1$261

Grants paid in 2024

All 19 grants
RecipientPurposeAmount
Launchpoint Church
Lebanon, TN
To Make, Mark, Mature, and Multiply disciples for Christ Jesus.$18,427
First Baptist Belton
Belton, TX
To help people grow in their relationship with God by teaching them to abide in Christ, to practice spiritual disciplines, to love God and people, to develop their unique gifting in the church, and to embrace their calling to impact the world.$4,750
Austin Chinese Church
Austin, TX
To make disciples of Jesus Christ by sharing His good news with all people, especially with those of Chinese descent, and helping them grow as followers of Christ, so that together we will bear witness of His glory in Austin, in the surrounding areas, and to the ends of the earth.$4,081
Sea Turtle Inc
South Padre Island, TX
To protect sea turtles through conservation, medical care, applied research and education.$3,388
Seven Spirits Church
El Monte, CA
To Serve Online Chinese Christians.$2,111
National Ability Center
Park City, UT
To empower individuals with disabilities by building self-esteem, confidence, and lifetime skills through sport, recreation, and educational programs.$1,041
Unto
Orlando, FL
To help you express the kindness of Jesus in the toughest places on earth by relieving suffering, restoring dignity and revealing hope.$1,024
Wycliffe Bible Translators
Orlando, FL
To serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation, ensuring that everyone can access God's Word in a language that touches their hearts.$1,023
Trailhead Fellowship
Giddings, TX
To lead each one into the marvelous love of God. As a faith-based ministry, we are dedicated to supporting all families, regardless of financial circumstances.$804
Marilyn Hickey Ministries
Tulsa, OK
To bring people into relationship with Jesus Christ, often leads them to difficult places, including Muslim nations and lands oppressed by terrorism, cruel dictators, poverty, disaster, and disease.$800
House of Hope Healing Center
Fremont, CA
For an interdenominational ministry that partners with Father God, Jesus and Holy Spirit to minister healing and freedom for emotional, relational, spiritual and physical needs.$600
Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation
Park City, UT
To cultivate champions in sport and in life, deliver experiences that inspire communities and celebrate our Olympic legacy for generations to come.$520
Compassion International Inc
Colorado Springs, CO
To help children in poverty by providing spiritual, educational, social and physical assistance.$516
Word of Life Fellowship
Pottersville, NY
For the evangelization and discipleship of youth through various means consistent with the Holy Scriptures to strengthen and build up the church of Jesus Christ.$515
Mennonite Life
Lancaster, PA
To hold, honor, and share items and stories featuring the lived experiences and faith values of Lancaster Mennonites and interrelated communities.$510
Eastwood Baptist Church
Syracuse, NY
To make the Gospel of Jesus Christ known through worship and Christian Education.$500
David Hernandez Ministries
Downey, CA
To cultivate a community, a family of believers who serve the mission of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit through events and media.$382
Silicon Valley Healing Ministries
Gilroy, CA
To see people healed, set free, and launched into their destiny by demonstrating the Kingdom of God right here right now.$300
A Transforming Word Ministries
Kearney, NE
To help you hear Gods voice in your heart, encounter Gods presence, and equip you in the prophetic. The ministrys mission is to help you experience a deeper connection with God.$261

Officers and trustees

As listed in Part VIII of the 2024 filing.

Questions people ask

Does JSL Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.

How much does JSL Family Foundation give?

$41,553 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $800.

Who runs JSL Family Foundation?

Its 2024 filing lists Jiashi Li (President & CEO), Jian Deng (Secretary & CFO) and Lihong Wang (Vice President).

What does JSL Family Foundation fund?

Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.

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