The American Friends of Justifi Inc
The American Friends of Justifi Inc is a public charity based in Bethesda, Maryland. Its website says U.S. donations are tax-deductible through the organization and describes fundraising for Justifi initiatives, including support for soldiers and women whose partners are at war.
The American Friends of Justifi Inc at a glance
In short: The American Friends of Justifi Inc reported $1.3M in grants paid in 2026 (a total; its filing lists no individual grants). Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Grants paid (2026)
- $1,295,000 — reported as a total on the IRS filing, without an itemized list
- -3.7% vs 2025
- Total assets
- $21,947
- -83.7% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $1,185,355
- -13.7% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $1,298,307
- -4.0% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The American Friends of Justifi Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 4500 East-West Hwy Ste 710, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (978) 822-2282
Website: https://justifi.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The American Friends of Justifi Inc funds
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Justifi’s website describes partnerships and projects in Thailand, India, Peru, Nicaragua, South Africa, Uganda, and Sri Lanka. Its descriptions of specific service work name Thailand, Nicaragua, Peru, and South Africa.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $33K (2021) to $1.3M (2025). In 2026 it reported $1.3M in grants paid, as a total without an itemized list.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $21,947 | $1,185,355 | $1,298,307 | $1,295,000 | Total only |
| 2025 | $134,899 | $1,374,223 | $1,352,372 | $1,345,000 | Total only |
| 2024 | $113,048 | $1,339,037 | $1,307,000 | $1,306,000 | Total only |
| 2023 | $81,011 | $74,540 | $52 | — | — |
| 2022 | $6,523 | $576,994 | $663,470 | $663,000 | Total only |
| 2021 | $92,999 | $201,210 | $172,174 | $33,000 | 1 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to connect Jewish students and young professionals who want to make a difference with relevant circumstances, people, and places. Justifi’s website describes service projects addressing issues including human trafficking, poverty, children’s education, child domestic work, and support for children living with HIV. It also invites donations for soldiers’ requests and for women whose partners are at war.
Grantmaking
The 2024, 2025, and 2026 filings each report zero grants. The 2025 filing describes financial assistance provided to Justifi UK, but does not identify it as a grant.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Jamie Cowland, Javier Goldin, and Brian Schneider as directors. Justifi’s website identifies Jamie Cowland as its founder and CEO.
The American Friends of Justifi Inc's 2026 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Brian Schneider
Director
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamie Cowland
Director
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Javier Goldin
Director
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 The American Friends of Justifi Inc
How much does The American Friends of Justifi Inc give each year?
The American Friends of Justifi Inc reported $1.3M in grants paid in 2026 on its 2026 IRS Form 990, as a total without an itemized list of grants. In 2025 it reported $1.3M in grants paid.
How large is The American Friends of Justifi Inc?
The American Friends of Justifi Inc reported $22K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.2M.
What does The American Friends of Justifi Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to connect Jewish students and young professionals who want to make a difference with relevant circumstances, people, and places. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The American Friends of Justifi Inc?
The American Friends of Justifi Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check justifi.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
Where does The American Friends of Justifi Inc make grants?
Justifi’s website describes partnerships and projects in Thailand, India, Peru, Nicaragua, South Africa, Uganda, and Sri Lanka. Its descriptions of specific service work name Thailand, Nicaragua, Peru, and South Africa.
What is The American Friends of Justifi Inc's EIN?
The American Friends of Justifi Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-3913797. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 26, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS October 5, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 10, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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