FJC - A Foundation of Philanthropic Funds is a public charity (501(c)(3)) established in 1995 and based in New York City. The organization operates as a boutique philanthropic services provider specializing in donor-advised funds and innovative philanthropic solutions. FJC manages over $200 million in assets across more than 1,000 donor-advised fund accounts and has distributed over $270 million in grants to charities worldwide across more than 25 countries.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$430.3M
+10.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$40.6M
+34.1% YoY
Grant Count
706
+14.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$58K
+17.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To amplify the impact of philanthropy by increasing and maximizing the impact of charitable dollars, creating innovative philanthropic solutions, and responding effectively to the needs and interests of donors, charities, borrowers, and other clients.
Core Programs:
Donor Advised Funds & Specialized Accounts: FJC provides customizable donor-advised fund accounts with boutique service. Beyond conventional grant recommendations, the organization accommodates donors seeking alternative deployment strategies including loans, recoverable grants, and impact investments. FJC also hosts funder collaboratives, scholarship and award programs, and other variations on philanthropic accounts.
Agency Loan Fund (ALF): A bespoke impact investment vehicle allowing donors to invest portions of their accounts in loans to nonprofit organizations. FJC staff originate and underwrite these loans, which are reviewed by a credit committee and approved by FJC's board.
Fiscal Sponsorships: The organization offers fiscal sponsorship services to support nonprofit initiatives.
Grantmaking
FJC has established over 1,000 donor-advised fund accounts and has distributed over $270 million in grants to charities globally. According to recent financial data, total giving reached approximately $45.8 million, with typical awards ranging from $5,021 to $2,803,656.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
FJC distributes grants to charities in more than 25 countries worldwide, with primary domestic focus in New York, New Jersey, and California.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $430.3 million
- Total Revenue: $58.9 million
- Total Expenses: $49.3 million
- Total Liabilities: $45.2 million
- Total Giving: $45.8 million
Staffing: 14 employees (as of 2024)
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since January 1996; EIN 13-3848582
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $430,309,480 | $388,226,130 | $381,397,057 |
| Revenue | $58,886,033 | $62,322,298 | $65,059,967 |
| Expenses | $49,259,167 | $43,699,600 | $59,498,855 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $8,175,572 | $5,363,097 | $9,549,609 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
200 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Ahavat Yisroel Humanity Inc ($597,980), American Friends of Rabbinical College of Telzstone Inc ($250,000), American Friends of Magen David Adom ($182,165).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 50CAN INC WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| A NEW WAY OF LIFE REENTRY PROJECT LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| A TORAH INFERTILITY MEDIUM OF EXCHANGE BROOKLYN, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $11,418 |
| ABC FOOD TOURS NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT OF A FISCALLY SPONSORED PROGRAM | $68,999 |
| ACTION AGAINST HUNGER USA NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,100 |
| ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $29,000 |
| AFRICA EXCHANGE CEDAR GROVE, NC | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $74,635 |
| AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,460 |
| AHAVAT ACHIM ORTHODOX CONGREGATION OF FAIR LAWN FAIR LAWN, NJ | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $16,250 |
| AHAVAT YISROEL HUMANITY INC BROOKLYN, NY | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $597,980 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Marty Silverman: Founder (established FJC in 1995)
- Sam Marks: Chief Executive Officer
- Mark Cohen: Chief Legal Officer
- Henry Bubel: Board Member
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LORIN SILVERMAN | PRESIDENT & TREASURER | 10 | — |
| GARY FINGER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRINDA GANGULY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JONATHAN GOLD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NEAL MYERBERG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AMBER RANDOLPH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JIM ROTHKOPF | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SAMUEL MARKS | CEO | 40 | $287,296 |
| REGINA RODRIGUEZ | CFO/CIO | 40 | $196,584 |
| MARK COHEN SECRETARY | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, THRU DEC. 2023 | 40 | $227,271 |
| HILLARY ZILZ SECRETARY | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, AS OF JAN. 2023 | 40 | $56,946 |
| MEGHAN HUDSON | COO | 40 | $174,650 |
| ORLANDO COLON | CONTROLLER | 40 | $141,277 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
FJC received a Four-Star rating from independent charity evaluators, with a 99% overall score based on accountability and finance metrics, indicating strong organizational performance and financial management.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fjc fund?
**Mission:** To amplify the impact of philanthropy by increasing and maximizing the impact of charitable dollars, creating innovative philanthropic solutions, and responding effectively to the needs and interests of donors, charities, borrowers, and other clients. **Core Programs:** • **Donor Advised Funds & Specialized Accounts:** FJC provides customizable donor-advised fund accounts with boutique service. Beyond conventional grant recommendations, the organization accommodates donors seeking …
How do I apply for a grant from Fjc?
FJC has established over 1,000 donor-advised fund accounts and has distributed over $270 million in grants to charities globally. According to recent financial data, total giving reached approximately $45.8 million, with typical awards ranging from $5,021 to $2,803,656. The organization's grantmaking focuses on education, philanthropy, voluntarism, grantmaking, and human services, with primary geographic concentration in New York, New Jersey, and California.
Where does Fjc make grants?
FJC distributes grants to charities in more than 25 countries worldwide, with primary domestic focus in New York, New Jersey, and California.
What size grants does Fjc award?
In 2024, Fjc awarded 706 grants totaling $40.6M — an average of about $58K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Fjc's EIN?
Fjc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3848582. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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