The JBD Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The JBD Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $229,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $33,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$229,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$33,250
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,765 the year before.
43% 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 year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $210,765 | 27 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $229,000 | 34 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
The JBD 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 The JBD Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 32 | $223,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | Capital campaign for new high school | $33,250 |
| Museum of Fine Arts-Houston - Glassell School | Support for art school programs | $25,000 |
| Houston Center for Photography | Support for museum programs, photography classes and hiring a new director of education | $20,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts-Houston | Purchase of photographs for art museum | $20,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Houston | Support for houston youth development | $20,000 |
| The Orange Show Center for Visionary Arts | Support for unique and creative visionary art programs | $11,000 |
| Baker Ripley | Community programs in low-income houston neighborhoods | $10,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center & Institute | Support for mental health programs | $10,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Support for thyroid cancer research program | $9,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | Support for cystic fibrosis treatment research | $7,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts - Houston | Purchase art print for museum | $6,750 |
| Christ Episcopal Church Aspen | Support for church operations | $5,000 |
| Houston Grand Opera | Support for general operations of opera | $5,000 |
| Rice University Shepherd School of Music | Support for university school of music | $5,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | Support for K-12 school programs | $5,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | Support for K-12 school programs | $5,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | Support for K-12 teacher training programs | $5,000 |
| Joy School | Purchase books for school for students with learning differences | $4,000 |
| First Flight Stephen F Austin University | Support for university's aviation program | $3,000 |
| Houston Ballet | To support for free ballet classes and programming in houston schools | $3,000 |
| Fresh Arts | General support for artist prorgrams | $2,500 |
| Texas Cultural Trust | Support to heighten awareness of arts and culture in texas | $2,500 |
| Children's Museum of Houston | Support for museum and outreach programming for children's education | $2,000 |
| Inprint | Support for creative writing programs | $2,000 |
| Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston | To support veterinary care for animals in foster care | $1,000 |
| Inspiration Ranch | Support for equine-assisted therapy for children with special needs | $1,000 |
| The Council on Recovery | Operational support for drug addiction programs | $1,000 |
| The Hay Center Foundation | Support for foster children transitioning to adulthood | $1,000 |
| The John Fairey Garden Conservation Foundation | Support for conservation programs | $1,000 |
| Arati's Love and Rescue Foundation | To support veterinary care for animals in foster care | $500 |
| Cityfarm | Support for houston community service projects | $500 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | To support operating costs for women's shelter and survivor support programs | $500 |
| Joyce Meyer Ministries | Support for church ministries | $500 |
| Open Door Mission | Support for homeless programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeaneane Duncan Marsh
- John H Duncan Jr
- Lillian Duncan Raus
Questions people ask
Does The JBD Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The JBD Foundation give?
$229,000 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The JBD Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeaneane Duncan Marsh (President), John H Duncan Jr (Vice President) and Lillian Duncan Raus (Director).
What does The JBD Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.