The JJK Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The JJK Foundation is a private foundation in Herndon, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $48,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$48,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,000 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,500 | 31 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $77,000 | 30 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 32 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The JJK 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 JJK Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $60,000 |
| Connecticut | 11 | $19,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoosac School | General & Unrestricted | $48,000 |
| Colgate University Treasurers Office | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| President & Trustees of Colby College | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hotchkiss School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Young Mens Christian Association of the Triang | Camp Seafarer | $5,000 |
| McLean Hospital Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Loyola University Maryland Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The One Love Foundation in Honor of Yeardley Love | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Southport School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| University of Miami | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Villanova University | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Wellesley Education Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Feeding America | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County I | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Operation Hope of Fairfield Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Parkinsons Foundation Inc | Parkinson's Champions | $2,000 |
| The Flynn Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Buckley School in the City of New York | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Connecticut Zoological Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Convent of the Sacred Heart | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cove Center for Grieving Children Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Denison University | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Gilchrist Hospice Care Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Inspirica Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| John E Fogarty Foundation for Persons With Intelle | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Roanoke College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St John the Evangelist | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Thomas Church | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey E Emswiler
- Jon A Emswiler
- Karen Sanft
Questions people ask
Does The JJK Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The JJK Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The JJK Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey E Emswiler (Pres, Dir, Sec), Jon A Emswiler (Dir, VP) and Karen Sanft (Dir, VP).
What does The JJK Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.