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Js Frank Foundation

Des Plaines, Illinois  ·  EIN 237376410  ·  Private foundation

Js Frank Foundation is a private foundation based in Des Plaines, Illinois. Its most recent IRS Form 990-PF reports $6.0M in grants paid and $1.4M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 338 individual grants from this funder — $63.8M awarded across 2018–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. Below is its full funding profile.

$6.0M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$1.4M
Total assets
338
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Js Frank Foundation funds

Js Frank Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), health care, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationFaith-Based (Christian)Faith-Based (Jewish)Health CareHigher EducationK-12 Education

Populations it has supported include children, families.

childrenfamilies

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Js Frank Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Intrinsic Schools
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Deerfield, IL$13.6M2024
Build
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Deerfield, IL$5.1M2022
Time Line Theater
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Chicago, IL$4.1M2024
Build
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Deerfield, IL$4.0M2024
Intrinsic Schools
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Deerfield, IL$3.8M2023
Dartmouth College
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Hanover, NH$3.7M2024
University of Chicago
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Des Plaines, IL$1.8M2020
University of Chicago
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Chicago, IL$1.5M2024
Dartmouth College
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Hanover, NH$1.5M2022
Dartmouth College
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Des Plaines, IL$1.4M2020
Lawndale Christian Legal
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Chicago, IL$1.1M2022
Evans Scholars Foundation
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Glenview, IL$1.1M2024
Trustees of Dartmouth College
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Hanover, NH$1.1M2024
A Better Chicago
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Chicago, IL$1.0M2024
Evans Scholars Foundation
GENERAL FUND RAISING
Glenview, IL$1.0M2023

Js Frank Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$2.1M
2020$6.0M
2022$11.6M
2023$9.2M
2024$34.9M

How to apply for funding from Js Frank Foundation

Js Frank Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Js Frank Foundation

Does Js Frank Foundation accept grant applications?
Js Frank Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Js Frank Foundation fund?
Js Frank Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Intrinsic Schools, Build, Time Line Theater. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Js Frank Foundation give in grants?
Js Frank Foundation reported $6.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $63.8M over 338 grants.
Where is Js Frank Foundation located?
Js Frank Foundation is based in Des Plaines, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237376410.
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About this profile. This page is built from Js Frank Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Js Frank Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.