JJJ Charitable Foundation
JJJ Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Stamford, Connecticut. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations including schools, conservation organizations, youth programs, and organizations supporting military families.
JJJ Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: JJJ Charitable Foundation gave $1.7M across 37 grants in 2024 (avg $47K), top state New York. 14% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,728,819
- -18.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 37
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $46,725
- -18.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $30,808,958
- +4.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 14% first-time grantees (5 of 37, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (28% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to JJJ Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. It states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The filing lists application materials as N/A.
- Contact
Application contact: Foundation Does Not Accept Applicat
Mailing address: 201 Tresser Blvd Suite 300, Stamford, CT 06901
Phone: (203) 595-4500
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who JJJ Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Injaz ($284K). Together the top 10 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
176 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 126 grants of 176 (72%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports shares of grant dollars by recipient state as NY 28%, ? 22%, NJ 16%, DC 9%, and MI 6%. Named recipients include organizations in New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and Michigan, among other locations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is JJJ Charitable Foundation open to new grantees?
14%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 37 grantees (14%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $17K; repeat grants $51K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $18K repeat.
- 81% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−7%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 95% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.7M (2020) to $2.1M (2023). In 2024 it made 37 grants totaling $1.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Injaz | Operational | $283,754 |
| The Lawrenceville School Lawrenceville, NJ | Operational | $200,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society Bronx, NY | Operational | $200,000 |
| Turquoise Mountain Foundation Washington, DC | Operational | $150,000 |
| American University of Cairo Lazord Fellowship Program New York, NY | Operational | $135,000 |
| Creating Hope Dearborn, MI | Operational | $110,000 |
| Fresh Air Fund New York, NY | Operational | $110,000 |
| Association Union Des Tunisiens | Operational | $90,815 |
| Lazord Foundation Boston, MA | Operational | $60,000 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation Dulles, VA | Operational | $50,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,808,958 | $3,530,560 | $2,142,334 | $1,728,819 | 37 | $1,732,319 | $2,508,101 | $1,828,638 |
| 2023 | $29,420,732 | $3,160,646 | $2,371,581 | $2,111,500 | 37 | $2,115,000 | $2,702,320 | $1,763,509 |
| 2022 | $28,642,354 | $1,462,717 | $2,080,685 | $1,697,060 | 35 | $1,701,560 | $900,060 | $1,789,757 |
| 2021 | $29,255,322 | $4,739,296 | $2,249,451 | $1,862,740 | 36 | $1,867,240 | $4,387,413 | $1,796,835 |
| 2020 | $26,765,478 | $2,463,596 | $2,149,112 | $1,679,127 | 31 | — | $2,218,620 | $1,852,782 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JJJ Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.8M for 2024 — 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 mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grantees describe a range of activities: the Wildlife Conservation Society says it works to save wildlife and wild places through science, conservation, and education; the Lawrenceville School says it seeks to inspire students to lead lives of learning, integrity, and high purpose. The Fresh Air Fund describes providing New York City children from low-income families with cultural, recreational, and educational experiences. Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation says it provides educational support and career assistance to children who lost a parent in the line of duty.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 37 grants totaling $1,728,819. Grants ranged from $750 to $283,754, with a median grant of $15,000. The largest reported grants included $283,754 to INJAZ; $200,000 each to the Lawrenceville School and Wildlife Conservation Society; $150,000 to Turquoise Mountain Foundation; and $135,000 to the American University of Cairo Lazord Fellowship Program. These grants were reported for operational purposes.
Other notable 2024 grants included $110,000 each to Creating Hope and the Fresh Air Fund, $90,815 to Association Union des Tunisiens, $60,000 to Lazord Foundation, $50,000 each to Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation and Connecticut Coalition for Achievement Now, and $40,000 to the Witherspoon Institute.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jeanet H Irwin as president; John N Irwin III, Anna M I Manice, and Genevieve T Irwin as directors; and Laura Selzter as assistant treasurer.
JJJ Charitable Foundation is led by Jeanet H. Irwin, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeanet H. Irwin
President
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anna M. I. Manice
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Genevieve T. Irwin
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John N. Irwin III
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laura Selzter
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
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 JJJ Charitable Foundation
How much does JJJ Charitable Foundation give each year?
JJJ Charitable Foundation gave $1.7M across 37 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.1M across 37 grants.
What is JJJ Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
JJJ Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $46,725, across 37 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from JJJ Charitable Foundation that year got $17K on average.
Where does JJJ Charitable Foundation give grants?
JJJ Charitable Foundation's top state is New York, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New Jersey (16%) and District of Columbia (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (7 grants), Washington, DC (2 grants), Boston, MA (2 grants) and Princeton, NJ (2 grants).
Does JJJ Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 97% of JJJ Charitable Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (36 of 37) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are JJJ Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
JJJ Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Injaz ($283,754), The Lawrenceville School ($200,000) and Wildlife Conservation Society ($200,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is JJJ Charitable Foundation?
JJJ Charitable Foundation reported $30.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.7M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.8M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does JJJ Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from JJJ Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is JJJ Charitable Foundation's EIN?
JJJ Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3932002. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does JJJ Charitable 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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