Jkbae Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jkbae Foundation is a private foundation in Clifton, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $159,500 the year before.
40% 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 | $58,500 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $159,500 | 17 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $73,000 | 15 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Jkbae 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 Jkbae Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jesus Awakening Movement | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Wesley Theological Seminary | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Ungsoo Senior Academy | Operating support | $6,000 |
| Snuaa USA | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Truro Preschool & Kindergarten | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Jesus Medical Clinic in Haiti | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Nakaumpscra | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Durihana USA | Operating support | $2,500 |
| North Korea Liberation Movement | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Global Medical Missions Alliance | Operating support | $2,000 |
| The Cornerstone Foundation | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Operating support | $500 |
| Feed the Hungry | Operating support | $500 |
| Feeding America | Operating support | $500 |
| Save the Children | Operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Sung Ho Bae
- Kwan Hee Bae
- Jeanie Y Chang
- Katherine Y Kan
- Joel Kan
- Jonathan Chang
Questions people ask
Does Jkbae Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jkbae Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Jkbae Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Sung Ho Bae (President), Kwan Hee Bae (Vice Preside), Jeanie Y Chang (Secretary) and Katherine Y Kan (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Jkbae Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.