The JAB Foundation, formally known as the Archie C and Jane McDonald Black Charitable Trust, is a private foundation based in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Established in 1997, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with a focus on philanthropic grantmaking in education, human services, and community development.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$552K
-17.7% YoY
Grant Count
20
-16.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
-1.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary funding areas include:
- Education — with emphasis on educational equity and student success
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to literacy initiatives and educational advancement in Minnesota.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$50,000–$123,332
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, Oregon, and Maryland, with a particular emphasis on Minnesota-based initiatives.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $12,050,291
- Total revenues: $4,152,785
- Total expenses: $596,510
- Total giving: $552,341
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $8,494,016
- Total revenues: $4,248,800
- Total expenses: $682,113
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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
116 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include University of St Thomas ($96,000), Aim Higher Foundation ($83,225), Great Mn Schools ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AIM HIGHER FOUNDATION ST PAUL, MN | CHARITABLE | $83,225 |
| CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES BALTIMORE, MD | CHARITABLE | $10,000 |
| CRISTO REY MINNEAPOLIS, MN | CHARITABLE | $5,000 |
| EDALLIES MINNEAPOLIS, MN | CHARITABLE | $5,000 |
| GOOD SHEPARD SCHOOL GOLDEN VALLEY, MN | CHARITABLE | $6,000 |
| GREAT MN SCHOOLS MINNEAPOLIS, MN | CHARITABLE | $50,000 |
| GROVES LEARNING ORGANIZATION ST LOUIS PARK, MN | CHARITABLE | $10,000 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL MINNEAPOLIS, MN | CHARITABLE | $30,000 |
| LITERACY MN ST PAUL, MN | CHARITABLE | $20,000 |
| NORTHSIDE ACHIEVEMENT ZONE MINNEAPOLIS, MN | CHARITABLE | $40,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Jane McDonald Black serves as Trustee and Executive Director of the JAB Foundation. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Marquette University and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas (earned 2019). Jane is actively engaged in Minnesota's literacy initiatives as a member of the Minnesota Hunt Institute Path Forward Literacy Team. She serves on multiple boards including Ed Allies MN, Dougherty Family College, Great Minnesota Schools, and the Northside Achievement Zone. She is a former board chair for Catholic Charities and has served on boards including the BARR Center, St. Alphonsus School, Good Shepherd School, and Benilde-St. Margaret's.
Archie Black serves as Trustee.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANE MCDONALD BLACK | TRUSTEE | 25 | — |
| ARCHIE BLACK | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| MICHAEL BLACK | TRUSTEE | — | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jab Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary funding areas include: • **Education** — with emphasis on educational equity and student success • **Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking** • **Human Services** The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to literacy initiatives and educational advancement in Minnesota.
How do I apply for a grant from Jab Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 22 grants in 2024 • Typical grant range: $50,000–$123,332 • Total giving in 2024: $552,341 **Recent Grantees (2024):** • University of St Thomas: $96,000 • Aim Higher Foundation: $83,225 • Great Minnesota Schools: $50,000 • Additional grantees include BARR Center, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, and United Way
Where does Jab Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Minnesota, Oregon, and Maryland, with a particular emphasis on Minnesota-based initiatives.
What size grants does Jab Foundation award?
In 2024, Jab Foundation awarded 20 grants totaling $552K — an average of about $28K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Jab Foundation's EIN?
Jab Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-6426986. 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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