Jej Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyUrbandale, Iowa · EIN 86-3681347 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$135K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$845K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $20,000.
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
36% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puppy Jake Foundation | Urbandale, IA | Assist mission | $50,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Merrifield, VA | Assist mission | $20,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Des Moines, IA | Assist mission | $20,000 |
| Mercy Chefs | Portsmouth, VA | Assist mission | $15,000 |
| Children & Families Services - Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Assist mission | $10,000 |
| Child Serve | Johnston, IA | Assist mission | $5,000 |
| Shriners Children's | Tampa, FL | Assist mission | $5,000 |
| Dmarc | Des Moines, IA | Assist mission | $4,000 |
| Aheinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport | De Soto, IA | Assist mission | $2,500 |
| Arl Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Assist mission | $2,500 |
| Md Anderson Cancer Center | Houston, TX | Assist mission | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $12,500 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611359349104751
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-3681347
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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