The Jesra Foundation Inc
The Jesra Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Miami Beach, Florida. Its 2024 filing states that it does not conduct direct charitable activities and primarily supports other organizations exempt under IRC Section 501(c)(3) through contributions.
The Jesra Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Jesra Foundation Inc gave $323K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $19K), top state New Jersey. 71% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $322,500
- -5.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- +6.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,971
- -11.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $5,243,465
- +45.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 71% first-time grantees (12 of 17, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (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 The Jesra Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6538 Collins Avenue 223, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Phone: (908) 432-5742
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Jesra Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Fairleigh Dickingson University ($56K). Together the top 10 received $281K.
Grant Size Distribution
73 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 63 grants of 73 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey (28%), New York (25%), Pennsylvania (16%), and Delaware (11%); another 8% is shown with the recipient state unspecified. A listed recipient, the American Task Force on Lebanon, is in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Jesra Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
71%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 12 of 17 grantees (71%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $19K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $13K first-time, $15K repeat.
- 24% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 66% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 166% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 $123K (2020) to $342K (2023). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $323K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickingson University Teaneck, NJ | General Operations | $56,000 |
| Saint Joseph University Philadelphia, PA | General Operations | $50,000 |
| Takreem USA Dover, DE | General Operations | $35,000 |
| Ellis Island Honors Society New York, NY | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Lebanese Franciscan New York, NY | General Operations | $25,000 |
| American Task Force on Lebanon Washington, DC | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Washington Street Historical Societ New York, NY | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Egatha Foundation Bedminster, NJ | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Holy Spirit University | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Teach for Lebanon Somerville, NJ | General Operations | $15,000 |
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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 | $5,243,465 | $145,311 | $486,209 | $322,500 | 17 | $352,571 | $106,282 | $212,679 |
| 2023 | $3,604,970 | $-28,392 | $392,019 | $342,206 | 16 | $352,309 | $46,142 | $266,610 |
| 2022 | $4,039,196 | $-49,947 | $411,126 | $340,368 | 18 | $366,991 | $28,760 | $285,916 |
| 2021 | $4,487,897 | $272,401 | $243,631 | $194,600 | 12 | $204,571 | $233,341 | $332,172 |
| 2020 | $4,396,232 | $243,390 | $176,008 | $123,050 | 10 | — | $216,677 | $293,142 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Jesra Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $213K 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
The foundation’s filing describes its primary purpose as supporting other 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants were reported for general operations.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Takreem USA says it honors individuals whose contributions advance the human experience and inspire the next generation of immigrants, while seeking to bridge cultural divides. The American Task Force on Lebanon describes its work as educating policymakers and the public about the U.S.–Lebanon relationship. Complete Playground says it advances inclusive child, teen, and family development through shared play, learning, and discovery. Meditation4Leadership describes its mission as building leadership skills and enhancing wellness by teaching meditation.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 17 grants totaling $322,500. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $56,000, with a median of $15,000.
Among the reported grants were $56,000 to Fairleigh Dickinson University, $50,000 to Saint Joseph University, $35,000 to Takreem USA, $25,000 each to Ellis Island Honors Society, Friends of the Lebanese Franciscan, and the American Task Force on Lebanon, and $20,000 to Washington Street Historical Society. The listed purposes were general operations. Other reported recipients included Complete Playground ($10,000) and Meditation4Leadership ($5,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Micheline Nader as president, Francois Nader as VP & Secreta, and Pierre Legault as treasurer.
The Jesra Foundation Inc is led by Micheline Nader, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Micheline Nader
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Francois Nader
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pierre Legault
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 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 The Jesra Foundation Inc
How much does The Jesra Foundation Inc give each year?
The Jesra Foundation Inc gave $323K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $342K across 16 grants.
What is The Jesra Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Jesra Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $18,971, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Jesra Foundation Inc that year got $19K on average.
Where does The Jesra Foundation Inc give grants?
The Jesra Foundation Inc's top state is New Jersey, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (25%) and Pennsylvania (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (3 grants).
Does The Jesra Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Jesra Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (17 of 17) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Jesra Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Jesra Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Fairleigh Dickingson University ($56,000), Saint Joseph University ($50,000) and Takreem USA ($35,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 44% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Jesra Foundation Inc?
The Jesra Foundation Inc reported $5.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $353K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $213K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Jesra Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filing describes its primary purpose as supporting other 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants were reported for general operations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Jesra Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Jesra Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Jesra Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-5228245. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Jesra Foundation Inc 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
Live grants for the work The Jesra Foundation Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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Grantable. (2026). The Jesra Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-jesra-foundation-inc-morg_16b61d53baa7487d9d768474661dc073
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