Gemach of Jackson Inc
The organization distributes funds to individuals in need as well as to other institutions which assist such people. The organization also makes interest free loans to individuals in need.
Gemach of Jackson Inc at a glance
In short: Gemach of Jackson Inc gave $334K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $56K), top state Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $333,853
- -1.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $55,642
- -50.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $34,850
- Total assets
- $200,534
- -53.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (35% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Gemach of Jackson Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Hillel Academy of Pittsburgh ($118K). Together the top 6 received $334K.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 27 grants of 37 (73%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $334K (2024) to $1.1M (2022). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $334K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillel Academy of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | — | $117,744 |
| American Friends of Yeshiva Gedolah Baltimore, MD | — | $96,567 |
| Ahavas Torah Tzedaka Fund Lakewood, NJ | — | $39,699 |
| Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud Inc Lakewood, NJ | — | $30,000 |
| Congregation Miphal Torah Vodaath I Lakewood, NJ | — | $25,000 |
| Yeshiva Shaare Torah Inc Brooklyn, NY | — | $24,843 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $200,534 | $2,469,346 | $2,720,192 | $333,853 | 6 |
| 2023 | $429,216 | $3,057,550 | $3,013,278 | $337,885 | 3 |
| 2022 | $391,594 | $3,099,322 | $3,117,735 | $1,108,793 | 28 |
| 2021 | $623,702 | $2,299,802 | $2,200,197 | — | — |
| 2020 | $370,129 | $1,175,824 | $1,517,947 | — | — |
About Gemach of Jackson Inc
Based on IRS filings
Gemach of Jackson Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Jackson, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $201K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $334K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Gemach of Jackson Inc's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Meir Katz
Trustee
On filings since 2020
16 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Moshe Levin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Naftoli Pam
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 Gemach of Jackson Inc
How much does Gemach of Jackson Inc give each year?
Gemach of Jackson Inc gave $334K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $338K across 3 grants.
What is Gemach of Jackson Inc's typical grant size?
Gemach of Jackson Inc's median grant in 2024 was $34,850, and its average grant was $55,642, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Gemach of Jackson Inc give grants?
Gemach of Jackson Inc's top state is Pennsylvania, with 35% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Maryland (29%) and New Jersey (28%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lakewood, NJ (3 grants).
Who are Gemach of Jackson Inc's largest grantees?
Gemach of Jackson Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Hillel Academy of Pittsburgh ($117,744), American Friends of Yeshiva Gedolah ($96,567) and Ahavas Torah Tzedaka Fund ($39,699), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 76% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Gemach of Jackson Inc?
Gemach of Jackson Inc reported $201K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.5M.
What is Gemach of Jackson Inc?
Gemach of Jackson Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Jackson, NJ. It holds $201K in total assets as of 2024.
What is Gemach of Jackson Inc's EIN?
Gemach of Jackson Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4488281. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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