The Jp Martin Foundation
Invitation OnlyEl Cajon, California · EIN 27-1447419 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $10,000.
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
30% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army | San Diego, CA | Support | $10,750 |
| Ca Scottish Rite Foundation | Santa Ana, CA | Support | $10,000 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | San Diego, CA | Support | $10,000 |
| Alpha Project | San Diego, CA | Support | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Kennesaw, GA | Support | $6,130 |
| Campanile Foundation | San Diego, CA | Support | $1,000 |
| East County Homeless Shelter | El Cajon, CA | Support | $1,000 |
| Alzheimers Society | San Diego, CA | Support | $500 |
| Give Butter Inc | Washington, DC | Support | $500 |
| Wikipedia Foundation | Washington, DC | Support | $250 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($23,246). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,376 | 16 |
| 2023 | $74,623 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349103035
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1447419
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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