Jaka Foundation
Invitation OnlyLehi, Utah · EIN 85-4306514 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$520K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$65,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $125,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
42% of grants went outside Utah.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Research | Washington, DC | General Purpose Donations | $200,000 |
| Southern Utah University | Cedar City, UT | General Purpose Donations | $125,000 |
| The Peregrine Fund | Boise, ID | General Purpose Donations | $80,000 |
| Hawk Watch International | Salt Lake City, UT | General Purpose Donations | $65,000 |
| Utah Valley University | Orem, UT | General Purpose Donations | $30,000 |
| Encore Performing Arts | St George, UT | General purpose donations | $15,000 |
| SouthEast Alaska Land Trust | Juneau, AK | General Purpose Donations | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $520,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $359,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $154,444 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601059349101200
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4306514
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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