CJM Foundation
CJM Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2024, it awarded 16 grants totaling $2,513,668. Its grants that year included support for organizations in New York, Washington, DC, and California, among them a hospital, a congregation, cultural organizations, and organizations serving people affected by conflict or military service.
CJM Foundation at a glance
In short: CJM Foundation gave $2.5M across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $157K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,513,668
- +1.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $157,104
- +1.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $70,000
- Total assets
- $6,320,935
- -0.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (74% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to CJM Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 545 Madison Avenue 600, New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 339-2100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who CJM Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was NYU Langone Hospitals ($1.2M). Together the top 7 received $2.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
99 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 44 grants of 99 (44%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 74% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 22% to recipients in Washington, DC, and 4% to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
How CJM Foundation gives
- Giving grew 138% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 686% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.1M (2021) to $2.7M (2020). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $2.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU Langone Hospitals New York, NY | Public Charity | $1,166,668 |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York New York, NY | Public Charity | $332,000 |
| French-American Cultural Foundation Washington, DC | Public Charity | $150,000 |
| French-American Cultural Foundation Washington, DC | Public Charity | $150,000 |
| Dog Tag Inc Washington, DC | Public Charity | $100,000 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc New York, NY | Public Charity | $100,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc New York, NY | Public Charity | $80,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc New York, NY | Public Charity | $80,000 |
| Foundation Sweet Success Inc New York, NY | Public Charity | $60,000 |
| Blue Star Families Encinitas, CA | Public Charity | $50,000 |
Ready to take the next step with CJM Foundation?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,320,935 | $2,480,645 | $2,536,877 | $2,513,668 | 16 | $2,513,918 | $291,947 | $366,515 |
| 2023 | $6,377,167 | $2,439,247 | $2,512,279 | $2,475,666 | 16 | $2,476,166 | $267,457 | $352,062 |
| 2022 | $6,450,199 | $2,261,226 | $2,623,858 | $2,560,666 | 18 | $2,560,666 | $93,971 | $378,567 |
| 2021 | $6,878,275 | $343,570 | $1,067,373 | $1,056,000 | 16 | $1,056,250 | $2,260,749 | $394,740 |
| 2020 | $7,536,634 | $2,257,948 | $2,727,132 | $2,715,000 | 33 | — | $94,668 | $442,007 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, CJM Foundation reported a distributable amount of $367K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included organizations with varied missions. The French-American Cultural Foundation says it works to expand academic, cultural, and scientific relationships between France and the United States. The International Rescue Committee says it responds to humanitarian crises and helps people affected by conflict and disaster. DOG TAG INC says it empowers veterans with service-connected disabilities, spouses, and caregivers to find renewed purpose and community. Blue Star Families says it connects and strengthens military families and communities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 16 grants totaling $2,513,668. Grants ranged from $20,000 to $1,166,668, with a median of $70,000. Its largest grants included $1,166,668 to NYU Langone Hospitals and $332,000 to Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York. It also gave $150,000 to the French-American Cultural Foundation, $100,000 to the International Rescue Committee, and $100,000 to DOG TAG INC.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Abigail Black Elbaum and Joanna Milstein as trustees.
CJM Foundation's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Abigail Black Elbaum
Trustee As Required
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Joanna Milstein
Trustee As Required
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Constance Milstein (2020–2021) — Trustee As Required
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about CJM Foundation
How much does CJM Foundation give each year?
CJM Foundation gave $2.5M across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.5M across 16 grants.
What is CJM Foundation's typical grant size?
CJM Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $70,000, and its average grant was $157,104, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does CJM Foundation give grants?
CJM Foundation gives mostly in New York: 74% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was District of Columbia (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (8 grants), Washington, DC (6 grants) and Encinitas, CA (2 grants).
Does CJM Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on CJM Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Public Charity" (16 grants).
Who are CJM Foundation's largest grantees?
CJM Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include NYU Langone Hospitals ($1,166,668), Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York ($332,000) and French-American Cultural Foundation ($300,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is CJM Foundation?
CJM Foundation reported $6.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $367K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does CJM Foundation fund?
The foundation’s mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included organizations with varied missions. The French-American Cultural Foundation says it works to expand academic, cultural, and scientific relationships between France and the United States. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from CJM Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is CJM Foundation's EIN?
CJM Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-7105559. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does CJM Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in CJM Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in New York
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Mountain View, CA
Silicon Valley Community Foundation funds work in areas such as housing, economic security, education, health, the environment, arts and culture, and civic engagement, with Community Action Grants supporting local, community-led organizations in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. Its 2024 grants had a median of $51,716, though amounts varied widely; applications depend on the program, and SVCF states that it does not accept unsolicited proposals for advised funds.
Assets
$12.3B
Grants
3,576
Total Given
$3.2B
American Tower Corporation Foundation
Boston, MA
Assets
$15.4M
Grants
632
Total Given
$1.7M
The Ford Foundation
New York, NY
The Ford Foundation funds organizations and initiatives working to reduce inequality and advance social justice, including work on civic engagement, civil rights, climate justice, disability rights, and technology and society. In 2024, its grants ranged from $45 to $15 million, with a median of $100,000, supporting work in the U.S. and internationally. It says most grants are identified by the foundation and it does not accept unsolicited proposals by mail, email, or phone; limited opportunities may be offered separately.
Assets
$17.5B
Grants
4,007
Total Given
$844.7M
The New York Community Trust
New York, NY
The New York Community Trust funds nonprofit programs in areas such as arts, education, health, the environment, workforce development, and youth development, including projects that improve services, build organizational capacity, or advance policy and systems change. Its competitive grants mainly serve New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, with some national and international environmental funding; the 2024 median grant was $20,000. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$3.5B
Grants
2,748
Total Given
$193.8M
The Simons Foundation Inc
New York, NY
The Simons Foundation funds research and public engagement in mathematics and the physical, life, autism, and neuroscience sciences. In 2024, it made 1,727 grants, with a median award of $72,000 and amounts ranging from $1,480 to $20 million, supporting organizations in the U.S. and internationally. It states that it funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$4.5B
Grants
1,727
Total Given
$272.0M
Local Initiatives Support Corporation
New York, NY
LISC funds affordable housing, community development, small businesses, and related efforts that strengthen inclusive communities, providing grants as well as loans, equity, and technical assistance across the country. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $40,000, though amounts varied widely. Application access is program-specific: for its Rhode Island child care facilities planning grants, applicants are instructed to consult program staff before submitting a request.
Assets
$1.6B
Grants
1,119
Total Given
$102.8M
More Funders in New York
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). CJM Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/cjm-foundation-morg_66c51b118e314889a6b4b74e9bfee716
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_137105559_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{CJM Foundation funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/cjm-foundation-morg_66c51b118e314889a6b4b74e9bfee716},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-13. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from CJM Foundation's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
CJM Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?