David M C Ju Foundation
The David M C Ju Foundation is a private foundation based in Mendham, New Jersey. It makes grants for general charitable purposes; its 2025 grants included support for a dermatology-related organization, universities, and other charitable organizations.
David M C Ju Foundation at a glance
In short: David M C Ju Foundation gave $269K across 6 grants in 2025 (avg $45K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $268,500
- +19.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 6
- -33.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $44,750
- +79.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $37,500
- Total assets
- $3,569,188
- -3.8% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (57% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to David M C Ju Foundation
- How to Apply
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Submit a written application stating the applicant’s name, the goal, and the nature of the project. Direct applications from individuals are not accepted; only recommendations by the original sponsor organization are considered. Only short-term grants are made.
- Review Cycle
- Apply between September 1 and December 1 for the following year.
- Deadline
- Apply between September 1 and December 1 for the following year.
- Contact
Application contact: William Ju
Mailing address: 435 Bernardsville Road, Mendham, NJ 07945
Phone: (201) 503-6147
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who David M C Ju Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Advancing Innovation in Dermatology ($128K). Together the top 5 received $219K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($50,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 22 grants of 37 (59%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey (57%), New York (37%), and Oregon (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How David M C Ju Foundation gives
- Giving fell 34% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 133% 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $138K (2020) to $409K (2022). In 2025 it made 6 grants totaling $269K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advancing Innovation in Dermatology Mendham, NJ | General Chartiable Contributiongeneral Charitable Contribution | $128,000 |
| 1 grant to individuals Recipients not named | — | $50,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University New York, NY | General Charitable Contribution | $50,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation New Brunswick, NJ | General Charitable Contributiongeneral Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| Oregon Health & Science Univ Foundation Portland, OR | General Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Rye Brook, NY | General Charitable Contribution | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,569,188 | $168,081 | $310,234 | $268,500 | 6 | $299,579 | $157,720 | $224,632 |
| 2024 | $3,709,567 | $119,489 | $260,904 | $224,900 | 9 | $250,149 | $111,072 | $206,088 |
| 2023 | $3,274,637 | $316,164 | $225,457 | $187,000 | 6 | $210,201 | $308,430 | $185,791 |
| 2022 | $3,495,674 | $476,230 | $373,980 | $409,000 | 8 | $357,277 | $468,471 | $213,970 |
| 2021 | $3,853,471 | $422,739 | $421,334 | $385,712 | 8 | — | $414,176 | $220,614 |
| 2020 | $3,852,076 | $12,026 | $128,832 | $138,387 | 4 | — | $104,326 | $200,371 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, David M C Ju Foundation reported a distributable amount of $225K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No formal mission statement is provided. The foundation’s 2025 filings list grants for general charitable contributions. One recipient, Rutgers University Foundation, describes its own mission as supporting Rutgers and helping it attain excellence in education, research, and public service.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded $268,500 across six grants. Grants ranged from $500 to $128,000, with a median of $37,500. The largest awards went to Advancing Innovation in Dermatology ($128,000), Columbia University at the attention of an individual recipient ($50,000), and Trustees of Columbia University ($50,000). Other recipients included Rutgers University Foundation ($25,000), Oregon Health & Science University Foundation ($15,000), and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ($500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists William Ju MD and Doris Ju as trustees.
David M C Ju Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Doris Ju
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
William Ju MD
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 David M C Ju Foundation
How much does David M C Ju Foundation give each year?
David M C Ju Foundation gave $269K across 6 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $225K across 9 grants.
What is David M C Ju Foundation's typical grant size?
David M C Ju Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $37,500, and its average grant was $44,750, across 6 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does David M C Ju Foundation give grants?
David M C Ju Foundation gives mostly in New Jersey: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (37%) and Oregon (6%).
Does David M C Ju Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of David M C Ju Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 6) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are David M C Ju Foundation's largest grantees?
David M C Ju Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Advancing Innovation in Dermatology ($128,000), Trustees of Columbia University ($50,000) and Rutgers University Foundation ($25,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($50,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 76% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is David M C Ju Foundation?
David M C Ju Foundation reported $3.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $300K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $225K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does David M C Ju Foundation fund?
No formal mission statement is provided. The foundation’s 2025 filings list grants for general charitable contributions. One recipient, Rutgers University Foundation, describes its own mission as supporting Rutgers and helping it attain excellence in education, research, and public service. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from David M C Ju Foundation?
Submit a written application stating the applicant’s name, the goal, and the nature of the project. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is David M C Ju Foundation's EIN?
David M C Ju Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6165238. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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