Junk for Joy Inc
Born in Texas in 2020, Junk for Joy is on a mission to turn unused cars into funds for a good cause. We make it easy for donors to join us with quick, free and convenient pickup of vehicles in all conditions. We are hyper focused on making the most we can out of each donation.our car donation program is new but the the charity programs it funds have been making an impact for decades. Junk for Joy proudly supports oorah, a national organization that has been supporting the jewish community with family and youth outreach programs since the 1970s. Providing everything from financial assistance to personal mentorship, our year-round programs are a lifeline to children and families across the country.
Junk for Joy Inc at a glance
In short: Junk for Joy Inc gave $175K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $175K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $175,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $175,000
- Median grant
- $175,000
- Total assets
- $171,565
- -40.7% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Junk for Joy Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Oorah Inc ($175K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $175K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oorah Inc Lakewood, NJ | See Schedule I, Part IV | $175,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $171,565 | $90,519 | $208,150 | $175,000 | 1 |
| 2024 | $289,106 | $2,348,646 | $1,044,367 | — | — |
| 2023 | $345,205 | $1,222,144 | $1,460,897 | — | — |
| 2022 | $144,668 | $514,516 | $1,058,090 | — | — |
| 2021 | $77,472 | $280,886 | $503,255 | — | — |
About Junk for Joy Inc
Based on IRS filings
Junk for Joy Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Plano, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $172K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $175K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Junk for Joy Inc is led by Eliyohu Mintz, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Eliyohu Mintz
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Menachem Bresler
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michel Lomner
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fayge Gewirtz
Secretary
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Rochel Sicker (2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Shani Breatross (2021–2023) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 Junk for Joy Inc
How much does Junk for Joy Inc give each year?
Junk for Joy Inc gave $175K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Junk for Joy Inc?
Junk for Joy Inc reported $172K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $91K.
What is Junk for Joy Inc?
Junk for Joy Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Plano, TX. It holds $172K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Junk for Joy Inc operate?
Junk for Joy Inc has awarded grants in New Jersey.
What is Junk for Joy Inc's EIN?
Junk for Joy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-1751785. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 3, 2026)
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