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Private foundation · EIN 20-0510367

Jaf Foundation

Southampton, NY

Jaf Foundation is a private foundation based in Southampton, NY. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, it reported $360K in grants and contributions paid across 20 grants, with $11.2M in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to Eth Foundation, South Fork Natural History Museum and Pestalozzi US Childrens Charity Inc.

How to request funding

Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2024. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2024

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Eth FoundationZurichTeaching and Research in Order to Boost Switzerland's Innovative Strenght and Help Deliver Solutions to Major Challanges$140,000
South Fork Natural History MuseumBridgehampton, NYUnrestricted$57,000
Pestalozzi US Childrens Charity IncNew York, NYPromote the Welfare and Education of Children$45,000
Byrd Hoffman Watermill FoundationBrooklyn, NYresidency program$30,000
Southampton Rose SocietySouthampton, NYUnrestircted$10,000
Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons IncWainscott, NYIn Support Of Humane Treatment of Animals$2,500
New York Yacht Club FoundationNew York, NYFor the Preservation of the Clubs Historic Building in New York and Newport and to Foster Appreciation for the Works of Achitects Associated with These Properti$2,500
Sag Harbor Volunteer AmbulanceSag Harbor, NYUnrestricted$2,500
Sag Harbor Fire DepartmentSag Harbor, NYUnrestricted$2,500
Sag Harbor PartnershipSag Harbor, NYAnnual Appeal$2,500

The 10 largest of 20 grants listed on the return. 10 grants to individuals ($65K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does Jaf Foundation accept grant applications?

According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, Jaf Foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.

How much does Jaf Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2024, it reported $359,500 in grants and contributions paid (20 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Jaf Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Eth Foundation, $140K, South Fork Natural History Museum (NY), $57K, Pestalozzi US Childrens Charity Inc (NY), $45K, Byrd Hoffman Watermill Foundation (NY), $30K and Southampton Rose Society (NY), $10K.