The J2 Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 20-1912336 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$72K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,650 and $6,600.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
35% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children Burn Foundation | Sherman Oaks, CA | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Israel Navy Seals | Great Neck, NY | Public support of organization mission | $9,000 |
| Center Theater Group | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| Feeding America | Chicago, IL | Public support of organization mission | $6,600 |
| Americares | Stamford, CT | Public support of organization mission | $6,600 |
| Jewish Graduate Student Initiative | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $6,200 |
| Our House | Murray Hill, NJ | Public support of organization mission | $6,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | New York, NY | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Ping Pong for Good Co Edward Charles Foundation | Beverly Hills, CA | Public support of organization mission | $3,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $3,000 |
| Connecting a Caring Community | Calabasas, CA | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | New York, NY | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,650 |
| Jewish National Fund | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,250 |
| Sole Brothers | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Assistance League of Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| The Maple Counseling Center | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $72,300 | 17 |
| 2023 | $82,500 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522839349100432
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1912336
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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