JK Farber Family Foundation
The JK Farber Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Birmingham, Michigan. Its 2024 grants went to charitable organizations in Michigan and three other states, supporting organizations whose work includes animal care, food assistance, health, education, and community services.
JK Farber Family Foundation at a glance
In short: JK Farber Family Foundation gave $316K across 26 grants in 2024 (avg $12K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $315,720
- +113.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 26
- +550.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,143
- -67.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $365,038
- -6.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (79% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to JK Farber Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 588 Cherry Court, Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: (248) 351-3000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who JK Farber Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy ($50K). Together the top 10 received $220K.
Grant Size Distribution
71 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 63 grants of 71 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 79% of grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan, 14% to New York, 4% to Pennsylvania, and 3% to Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
Cities
How JK Farber Family Foundation gives
- Giving grew 69% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $148K (2023) to $475K (2022). In 2024 it made 26 grants totaling $316K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy West Bloomfield, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces New York, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $45,000 |
| Michigan Humane Society Detroit, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $32,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan Detroit, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $15,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest Oak Park, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $15,000 |
| Higher Hopes Commerce Charter Towns, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $15,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Southfield, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $15,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center Warrington, PA | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $12,500 |
| University of Miami Coral Gables, FL | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $10,000 |
| Nottingham Nature Nook East Lansing, MI | Unrestricted Charitable Gift | $10,000 |
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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 | $365,038 | $394,595 | $315,720 | $315,720 | 26 | $315,720 | $136,612 | $18,559 |
| 2023 | $392,025 | $-403,269 | $151,453 | $148,200 | 4 | $148,200 | $6,110 | $21,618 |
| 2022 | $1,451,512 | $340,550 | $490,506 | $475,000 | 13 | $475,000 | $325,044 | $55,378 |
| 2021 | $1,623,468 | $1,303,911 | $196,602 | $187,000 | 14 | $187,000 | $792,747 | $61,564 |
| 2020 | $856,166 | $133,767 | $182,142 | $176,800 | 14 | — | $128,425 | $54,712 |
| 2019 | $888,840 | $537,401 | $177,170 | $175,000 | 14 | — | $36,791 | $27,162 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JK Farber Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $19K 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 foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grantees illustrate a range of supported work. For example, the Michigan Humane Society says it works to improve and save lives through care, community engagement, and advocacy for animals. Forgotten Harvest says its mission is to relieve hunger in Metro Detroit and prevent nutritious food waste. Friends of the Israel Defense Forces says it provides support for the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors. The Empowerment Plan says it employs and empowers unhoused individuals to help break the generational cycle of homelessness.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation gave $315,720 through 26 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $220 to $50,000, with a median of $10,000. Among its largest grants were $50,000 to Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy, $45,000 to Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, $32,000 to Michigan Humane Society, and $15,000 each to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, Forgotten Harvest, Higher Hopes, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The listed grants were designated as unrestricted charitable gifts.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Jeffrey K. Farber is listed as president and treasurer on the 2024 filing.
JK Farber Family Foundation is led by Jeffrey K. Farber, President & Treasurer since 2022 (on filings since 2019) — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeffrey K. Farber
President & Treasurer
President → President & Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Jennifer M. Farber (2019–2022) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 JK Farber Family Foundation
How much does JK Farber Family Foundation give each year?
JK Farber Family Foundation gave $316K across 26 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $148K across 4 grants.
What is JK Farber Family Foundation's typical grant size?
JK Farber Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $12,143, across 26 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does JK Farber Family Foundation give grants?
JK Farber Family Foundation gives mostly in Michigan: 79% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Detroit, MI (8 grants), West Bloomfield, MI (3 grants), Bloomfield Township, MI (2 grants) and Southfield, MI (2 grants).
Does JK Farber Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of JK Farber Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (26 of 26) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are JK Farber Family Foundation's largest grantees?
JK Farber Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Jewish Hospice & Chaplaincy ($50,000), Friends of the Israel Defense Forces ($45,000) and Michigan Humane Society ($32,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is JK Farber Family Foundation?
JK Farber Family Foundation reported $365K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $316K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $19K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does JK Farber Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grantees illustrate a range of supported work. For example, the Michigan Humane Society says it works to improve and save lives through care, community engagement, and advocacy for animals. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from JK Farber Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is JK Farber Family Foundation's EIN?
JK Farber Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-1040117. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does JK Farber Family 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.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 4, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 20, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 3, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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