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Jem Project is a private corporation based in SAN DIEGO, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2019. The principal officer is Rachel Shocket. It holds total assets of $33.7M. Annual income is reported at $16.8M. Total assets have decreased from $50.1M in 2019 to $33.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. Foundation has issued grants to 83 501c (3) organizations with four areas of focus - advance child welfare, promote animal welfare, empower women and instigate environmental sustainability. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California and North Carolina. According to available records, Jem Project has made 450 grants totaling $24.8M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $4.8M in 2020 to $15.7M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1.5M, with an average award of $55K. The foundation has supported 233 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, North Carolina, New York, which account for 57% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 30 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$51K
Largest Grant
$275K
Based on 83 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Foundation has issued grants to 83 501c (3) organizations with four areas of focus - advance child welfare, promote animal welfare, empower women and instigate environmental sustainability.
Expenses: $4.6M
Foundation has issued grants to 83 501c (3) organizations with four areas of focus - advance child welfare, promote animal welfare, empower women and instigate environmental sustainability. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 450 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, NC, NY.
Jem Project has distributed a total of $24.8M across 450 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $55K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1.5M.
Jem Project typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Jem Project is headquartered in SAN DIEGO, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 30 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Shocket | Director of Operations | $133K | $5K | $140K |
| Jessica Manning | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$33.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$33.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
450
Total Giving
$24.8M
Average Grant
$55K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
233
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center For Reproductive RightsSupporting the United States Programs and the Global Programs | New York, NY | $1M | 2022 |
| Isabella Santos FoundationSalary for Solid Tumor Physician and funds for Precision Medicine for 34 children | Charlotte, NC | $348K | 2022 |
| Nutured By NatureOttertopia location construction support | Valley Center, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles2022 Donation for Womens Reproductive Healthcare | Los Angeles, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Greater Texas2022 Donation for Womens Reproductive Healthcare | Austin, TX | $250K | 2022 |
| Charity Water"THE Well" annual dues | Hagerstown, MD | $250K | 2022 |
| San Diego Humane SocietyKeeping people & pets together; community cats; day of giving campaign | San Diego, CA | $250K | 2022 |
| Rocky Mountain Raptor ProgramCapacity growth grant (departments of education and administrative support); Mission grant support (rehabilitation department and our educational ambassadors); and IT infrastructure support and upgrades | Fort Collins, CO | $225K | 2022 |
| Lions Tigers And BearsWild in the Country Event - paddle raise | Alpine, CA | $200K | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Home Of North CarolinaThe Waccamaw Way Trauma Treatment Model | Lake Waccamaw, NC | $199K | 2022 |
| House Of Hope Of The Pee DeeKitchen renovation and new playground for HOH tiny homes | Florence, SC | $175K | 2022 |
| Environmental Investigation Agency (Eia)Matching funds for campaigning towards illegal logging and program development | Washington, DC | $175K | 2022 |
| La Maestra Family ClinicGrant for consultant Dr. Stephanie Cone | San Diego, CA | $170K | 2022 |
| Giants Community FundFunds for implementation of CRM/donor database and ERP/accounting software | San Francisco, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| San Diego Center For Children135th Anniversary Gala "The Joy of Childhood" | San Diego, CA | $145K | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of San Diego CountyDirectly support 12 new Matches for one year | San Diego, CA | $130K | 2022 |
| Reef Check FoundationPacific Coast Kelp Forest Monitoring and Restoration | Marina Del Rey, CA | $120K | 2022 |
| Eat Learn PlayDonation to Stephen & Ayesha Curry foundation for at risk youth in California | Oakland, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Maui Humane SocietyHomeless animal recsue and support programs in Maui | Puunene, HI | $100K | 2022 |
| The Marine Mammal CenterCetacean Conservation Population Monitoring Research Program | Sausalito, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Coastal Roots FarmEnvironmental STEM and Nutrition Education Program | Encinitas, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Camp CanaanDining hall project at Camp Canaan | Rock Hill, SC | $100K | 2022 |
| Birch Aquarium At Scripps Institution Of OceanograDeep Sea Debris Sponsorship | La Jolla, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Thompson Child And Family FocusA Child's Place Program | Matthews, NC | $100K | 2022 |
| Carolina Caring FoundationCardinal Kids growth - Child Life Therapist and Administrative Office Assistant | Newton, NC | $95K | 2022 |
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