J&N Hope Foundation
J&N Hope Foundation is a private foundation based in Hinckley, Ohio. Its 2025 filing reports contributions to preselected charitable organizations, with grant recipients in several states.
Key facts about J&N Hope Foundation
In short: J&N Hope Foundation gave $111K across 28 grants in 2025 (avg $4K), top state New York. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 82-3244866
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $111,354
- Grants made (2025)
- 28
- Average grant
- $3,977
- Median grant
- $1,289
- Total assets
- $5,672
- Primary geography
- New York (28% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$6K
-30.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$111K
-40.7% YoY
Grant Count
28
+2700.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$4K
-97.9% YoY
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 28 grants totaling $111,354. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $19,040, with a median of $1,288.
Among its largest 2025 grants were $19,040 to GOOD NEWS CENTER; $15,000 to CONTEND GLOBAL-YOUNG PEOPLE SUPPORT; $12,000 each to CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN VIRTUE, MATTERA MINISTRIES, and UNITED IN CHRIST - MATTEO; and $7,500 to HARVESTNET MINISTRIES. The stated purposes were generally “CHARITABLE GIVING”; the grant to GODS SOLIDERS MINISTRIES was listed as “CHRISTIAN TITHING.”
How to Apply
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
Ready to take the next step with J&N Hope Foundation?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest shares were reported for New York (28%), Ohio (26%), and Iowa (20%), followed by California (11%) and Pennsylvania (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $97K (2021) to $188K (2024). In 2025 it made 28 grants totaling $111K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Good News Center ($19K). Together the top 10 received $97K.
Grant Size Distribution
102 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 101 grants of 102 (99%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good News Center Utica, NY | Charitable Giving | $19,040 |
| Contend Global-Young People Support Boone, IA | Charitable Giving | $15,000 |
| Center for Christian Virtue Columbus, OH | Charitable Giving | $12,000 |
| Mattera Ministries Staten Island, NY | Charitable Giving | $12,000 |
| United in Christ - Matteo San Mateo, CA | Charitable Giving | $12,000 |
| Harvestnet Ministries Ephrata, PA | Charitable Giving | $7,500 |
| Gods Soliders Ministries Cleveland, OH | Christian Tithing | $5,004 |
| FAITH2ACTION Ministries North Royalton, OH | Charitable Giving | $5,004 |
| Caritas in Veritate Boone, IA | Charitable Giving | $5,000 |
| United in Christ - Bruno Tampa, FL | Charitable Giving | $4,253 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,672 | $197,180 | $226,490 | $111,354 |
| 2024 | $8,162 | $195,303 | $190,308 | $187,704 |
| 2023 | $3,167 | $261,211 | $270,410 | $0 |
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,672 | $8,162 | $3,167 |
| Revenue | $197,180 | $195,303 | $261,211 |
| Expenses | $226,490 | $190,308 | $270,410 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $398,959 | $187,704 | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 20, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists JAMES SURACE and NANCTY SURACE as directors.
J&N Hope Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Nancty Surace
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Surace
Director
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: James Surace Director (2020–2021) — Director
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.
Contact
Mailing address: 1433 Ridgemont Trail, Hinckley, OH 44233
Frequently asked questions about J&N Hope Foundation
How much does J&N Hope Foundation give each year?
J&N Hope Foundation gave $111K across 28 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $188K across 1 grant.
What is J&N Hope Foundation's typical grant size?
J&N Hope Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,289, and its average grant was $3,977, across 28 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does J&N Hope Foundation give grants?
J&N Hope Foundation's top state is New York, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Ohio (26%) and Iowa (20%). The most frequent recipient cities were Cleveland, OH (4 grants), Boone, IA (3 grants), Columbus, OH (2 grants) and North Royalton, OH (2 grants).
Does J&N Hope Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on J&N Hope Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable Giving" (26 grants).
Who are J&N Hope Foundation's largest grantees?
J&N Hope Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Good News Center ($19,040), Contend Global-Young People Support ($15,000) and Center for Christian Virtue ($12,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is J&N Hope Foundation?
J&N Hope Foundation reported $6K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $197K.
How do I apply for a grant from J&N Hope Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is J&N Hope Foundation's EIN?
J&N Hope Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3244866. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does J&N Hope 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.
Here's the math on researching J&N Hope Foundation by hand.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in J&N Hope Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Ohio
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Saint Louis, MO
The Enterprise Holdings Foundation supports charitable and educational nonprofits in communities where Enterprise Mobility operates, focusing on health, education, arts, and disaster relief; applicants must be actively supported by an Enterprise Mobility team member, spouse, or domestic partner. Giving varies widely: it reported 9,499 grants in 2024, but its 2025 filing showed one grant of $101.4 million, so that amount is not a typical award. Applications are accepted at any time through eligible Enterprise-affiliated applicants; the Foundation does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$594.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$101.4M
The Streisand Foundation
Woodland Hills, CA
The Streisand Foundation supports organizations working across varied areas, including advocacy, media, civic engagement, and philanthropy. In 2024, its 94 grants ranged from $36 to $115,000, with a median of $12,500; the largest shares went to recipients in Washington, D.C., and California, followed by New York. It accepts proposals from organizations not preselected for funding; the filing lists April 1 and November 1 deadlines.
Assets
$30.6M
Grants
94
Total Given
$1.5M
Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc
Appleton, WI
The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region funds arts and culture, education, health, human services, community improvement, the environment, and other community needs, primarily in four Wisconsin counties and the Neenah-Menasha area. Its 2024 grants had a median of $24,900, though awards varied widely; some donor-initiated funds accept grant requests, and the Community Vision Fund typically uses an application process.
Assets
$536.6M
Grants
448
Total Given
$32.4M
Columbus Foundation
Columbus, OH
The Columbus Foundation supports a broad range of nonprofit work, including arts, education, health, basic needs, neighborhoods, and capacity building, primarily in central Ohio. Its 2024 grants had a median of $21,471, though amounts varied widely. Most grants are directed by donors and aren’t made through an application process, but some specific programs accept applications.
Assets
$2.8B
Grants
1,747
Total Given
$242.7M
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation funds nonprofits working on education, housing, community and cultural vibrancy, and related regional needs, with responsive grants focused on its eight-county Greater Cincinnati service area. Its 2024 median grant was $20,000, though amounts vary widely; specific opportunities include awards of up to $35,000 for Resilient Communities and up to $450,000 through the Neighborhood Development Fund. It lists RFP and letter-of-intent opportunities but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.0B
Grants
1,408
Total Given
$184.4M
The Cleveland Foundation
Cleveland, OH
The Cleveland Foundation funds education, human services, neighborhoods and housing, health, arts and culture, the environment, economic development, and other community priorities, primarily through grants to nonprofits in Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties. Its 2024 grants ranged from about $5,000 to $17.5 million, with a median of about $30,700. It accepts applications year-round through its standard grant process, with deadlines determining which cycle an application enters.
Assets
$3.3B
Grants
1,016
Total Given
$184.2M
The Scripps Howard Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The foundation supports journalism education and related programs that foster informed, engaged communities, including journalism fellowships and environmental and technology-focused journalism initiatives. In 2024, grants ranged from $25 to $675,706, with a median of $1,250; funding was concentrated in Maryland and Washington, D.C., followed by Arizona, Ohio, and Colorado. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$69.4M
Grants
819
Total Given
$7.4M
Nisource Charitable Foundation
Columbus, OH
The NiSource Charitable Foundation supports nonprofits addressing safety, workforce and economic development, environmental stewardship, STEM and energy education, and basic needs in communities across Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $60 to $2.1 million, with a median of $3,000. The filing directs applicants to contact the Foundation for application materials and deadlines; it does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$43.0M
Grants
683
Total Given
$7.5M
Dayton Foundation Depository
Dayton, OH
The Dayton Foundation Depository funds charitable, educational, civic, religious, and community activities, including arts and culture, health, education, and human services, primarily in the Greater Dayton region. Its 2025 itemized grants had a median of $12,000; the Foundation’s discretionary program accepts requests of more than $7,500 and up to $75,000, and Greenlight Grants offer $500 to $7,500.
Assets
$42.3M
Grants
677
Total Given
$22.7M
The Dayton Foundation
Dayton, OH
The Dayton Foundation funds nonprofit projects in arts and culture, health, education, human services, and community development, primarily benefiting the Greater Dayton region. Its Greenlight Grants are $500–$7,500, while discretionary grants are more than $7,500 and up to $75,000; it accepts applications through its grants portal.
Assets
$771.2M
Grants
589
Total Given
$32.6M
Timken Co Charitable & Educational Fund
North Canton, OH
The Fund supports approved nonprofits delivering measurable, lasting improvements in communities where Timken operates, including community services, housing, food access, education, and workforce programs. Typical grants are $500–$10,000, with larger requests requiring board preapproval; eligible communities include locations in Ohio, North Carolina, Colorado, Illinois, and South Carolina. It says it gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$4.1M
Grants
436
Total Given
$2.5M
More Funders in Ohio
J&N Hope Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?