The Jonas Foundation
Invitation OnlyLenoir, North Carolina · EIN 56-1459346 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$436K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$13M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,500 and $30,000.
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
6% of grants went outside North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Memorial Hospital Foudation | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $145,000 |
| Caldwell Hospice & Pallative Care | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $50,000 |
| Caldwell County Yokefellow | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $45,000 |
| Caldwell County United Way | Lenoir, NC | Campaign contributions | $30,000 |
| Lenoir Rhyne University | Hickory, NC | Program contributions | $25,000 |
| Helping Hands Clinic | Lenoir, NC | Medical care and prescription drug programs | $20,000 |
| Robin's Nest Children's Advocacy Center | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Shelter Home of Caldwell County | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Caldwell County Habitat for Humanity | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $15,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of Western Nc | Asheville, NC | Program contribuitons | $15,000 |
| Harper School of Performing Arts | Lenoir, NE | Program contributions | $15,000 |
| Caldwell Community College Foundation | Lenoir, NC | Campaign contributions | $12,500 |
| Communities in Schools Caldwell Co | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $10,000 |
| Caldwell Opportunities | Lenoir, NC | Contributions | $8,000 |
| Caldwell Arts Council | Lenoir, NC | Program contributions | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $435,500 | 15 |
| 2023 | $430,000 | 17 |
| 2022 | $633,133 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349100340
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-1459346
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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