The Jans Foundation
Invitation OnlyLA Jolla, California · EIN 30-6040216 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$26M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $380,000.
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
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Funds for discretionary use | $500,000 |
| Higher Ground Sun Valley | Ketchum, ID | Funds for discretionary use | $380,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Chamberlain, SD | Funds for discretionary use | $100,000 |
| Sloan Kettering | New York, NY | Funds for discretionary use | $50,000 |
| Shepherd's House Ministries | Bend, OR | Funds for discretionary use | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,040,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $1,235,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $999,857 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602029349100225
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-6040216
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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