The JIR Foundation
The JIR Foundation is a private foundation based in Burbank, California. Its 2024 filing reports grants supporting pastors to spread moral and religious values, including grants to individuals and organizations.
The JIR Foundation at a glance
In short: The JIR Foundation gave $86K across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $85,518
- +3.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,949
- +3.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,400
- Primary geography
- California (3% 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 The JIR Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. No application process or materials are specified.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1815 N Lincoln Street, Burbank, CA 91506
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The JIR Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
118 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 118 grants of 118 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing allocates 3% of grant dollars to recipients in California and 2% to recipients in Arizona. The state associated with the remaining 95% is not identified in the available information.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The JIR Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−3%). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $53K (2020) to $88K (2021). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $86K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 29 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $85,518 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $146,540 | $22,031 | $85,518 | 29 |
| 2023 | — | $98,326 | $11,159 | $82,307 | 29 |
| 2022 | — | $110,097 | $18,516 | $71,175 | 23 |
| 2021 | $78,441 | $145,483 | $109,150 | $87,932 | 19 |
| 2020 | $42,108 | $64,177 | $62,774 | $52,907 | 18 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
An earlier description of the foundation says its mission is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ by serving Christian workers and their families. The 2024 grant purposes specifically describe support for pastors spreading moral and religious values.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $85,518. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $14,250, with a median of $1,400. Among the largest grants were $7,500 to Holy Bible Giver Foundation and $5,600 to Student Ministry Outreach. The other listed leading grants went to individual recipients.
The foundation reported grant totals of $82,307 across 29 grants in 2023 and $71,175 across 23 grants in 2022.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Henry W. Chen as president and Monica G. Chen as secretary.
The JIR Foundation is led by Henry W. Chen President, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Henry W. Chen President
President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Monica G. Chen Secretary
Secretary
On filings since 2020
40 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 JIR Foundation
How much does The JIR Foundation give each year?
The JIR Foundation gave $86K across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $82K across 29 grants.
What is The JIR Foundation's typical grant size?
The JIR Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,400, and its average grant was $2,949, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Does The JIR Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 29 grants with a stated purpose on The JIR Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support Pastors to Spread Moral & Religious Value" (29 grants).
What does The JIR Foundation fund?
An earlier description of the foundation says its mission is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ by serving Christian workers and their families. The 2024 grant purposes specifically describe support for pastors spreading moral and religious values. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The JIR Foundation?
The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does The JIR Foundation make grants?
The 2024 filing allocates 3% of grant dollars to recipients in California and 2% to recipients in Arizona. The state associated with the remaining 95% is not identified in the available information.
What is The JIR Foundation's EIN?
The JIR Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4438507. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 17, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 3, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 17, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 20, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work The JIR Foundation 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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