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Justamere Foundation is a private corporation based in WILMINGTON, DE. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2023. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $22M. Annual income is reported at $11M. Total assets have decreased from $30.8M in 2021 to $22M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. According to available records, Justamere Foundation has made 292 grants totaling $7.7M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has grown from $580K in 2021 to $3.9M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $300 to $500K, with an average award of $26K. The foundation has supported 132 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, California, New Jersey, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Justamere Foundation reported 292 individual grants totaling $7.7 million between 2021 and 2023 across its IRS Form 990-PF filings, with a median grant of $15,000. Half of those grants fell between $5,000 and $30,000. Its largest single grant in the record was $500,000. Its most recent available filing, for fiscal year 2023, reports $4.6 million in total giving.
Grantmaking is concentrated in PA, which received 277 of the 292 grants on record (95 percent). In total the foundation's grantees span 8 states. Of its 132 distinct grantees, 50 percent received funding more than once, so repeat relationships are the norm rather than the exception. Its largest institutional recipients were Williamson College Of The Trades ($533,000), West Chester University Foundation ($458,038) and Mission Edge San Diego ($364,000).
Computed from 292 individual grant records (2021–2023) in this foundation's IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings, reaching 8 states. Source: IRS 990-PF.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Justamere Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 292 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA, CA, NJ.
Justamere Foundation has distributed a total of $7.7M across 292 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $26K. Individual grants have ranged from $300 to $500K.
Justamere Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Justamere Foundation is headquartered in WILMINGTON, DE. While based in DE, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lori Cushman | Dir, Pres, Treas | $124K | $29K | $153K |
| Shelby L Bentley | Dir | $80K | $9K | $89K |
| Therese G Bentley | Sec, Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Casey A Bentley | Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Raymond B Bentley | Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$22M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$22M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
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Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
292
Total Giving
$7.7M
Average Grant
$26K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
132
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thaddeus Stevens FoundationThaddeus Stevens College Economic Prosperity Tuition Support fund | Lancaster, PA | $200K | 2023 |
| Mission Edge San DiegoTFM Cybersecurity Scholarship fund for Veterans | San Diego, CA | $140K | 2023 |
| Arts Holding Hands And Hearts IncChester County Imagination Library | Kennett Sq, PA | $100K | 2023 |
| Hackensack Meridian Health IncStudent Scholarship Fund | Edison, NJ | $100K | 2023 |
| Rowan University Foundation Inc3+1 Program Tuition Support fund for Students in their Final Year | Glassboro, NJ | $100K | 2023 |
| Armstrong County Community Action AgencyDolly Parton's Imagination Library | Kittanning, PA | $94K | 2023 |
| Good Fellowship Club Of Chester County IncEMS Certification Tuition Assistance Scholarship Fund | West Chester, PA | $88K | 2023 |
| Swarthmore CollegeMath Practice Program | Swarthmore, PA | $78K | 2023 |
| Community College Of Allegheny County-Education Foscholarship fund for Commercial Driver's License Training Prioritized for Veterans and Their Families | Pittsburgh, PA | $74K | 2023 |
| Chester County Iu 24Trade School Scholarship Fund | Downingtown, PA | $72K | 2023 |
| Glen Mills SchoolsThe Glen Mills Apprenticeship Programs | Glen Mills, PA | $70K | 2023 |
| The Harrisburg Area Community College FoundationSTEP to Physician Office Assistant Program | Lancaster, PA | $65K | 2023 |
| Rsvp VolunteersRSVP Family Literacy/Lucky Reader Program | King F Prussia, PA | $63K | 2023 |
| Parentchild Plus IncEqual Possibilities from the Start - Providing School Readiness for all of Philadelphia's Children | New York, NY | $61K | 2023 |
| Pennsylvanias State System Of Higher Education FouThe Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) Scholarship fund | Carlisle, PA | $60K | 2023 |
| Delaware County Community College Educational FounHigh Demand Career Training Scholarship fund | Media, PA | $53K | 2023 |
| Pennsylvania Institute Of TechnologyP.I.T. Academic Scholarship fund | Media, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Community Action Agency Of Delaware County IncRecreational Therapy and After School Programs | Uppr Chichstr, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| West Chester University FoundationEN-BSN Emergency Fund | West Chester, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Mighty WritersMighty Writers After-School Programs for Bilingual Students in Southern Chester County | Philadelphia, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| The Communitys FoundationEdgewood Elementary School Inclusive Playground fund | Ridley Park, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Reading Area Community CollegeScholarship fund for Tomorrow's Healthcare Workforce | Reading, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Children Of Fallen Patriots FoundationTrade School Scholarship fund for Gold Star Children | Reston, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Northampton County Area Community College FoundatiNorthampton Community College (NCC) Lineworker Training Scholarship fund | Bethlehem, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Cradles To Crayons IncEveryday Essentials | Philadelphia, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Chester County Futures IncPassport and Steps 4 Success program for high school mentoring and career coaching | Coatsville, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Ymic Foundation IncYMWIC Scholarship fund | West Chester, PA | $45K | 2023 |
| Villanova UniversityVillanova Interdisciplinary Immigration Studies Training for Advocates (VIISTA) program | Villanova, PA | $43K | 2023 |
| North Montco Educational FoundationTraining that Works Scholarship fund | Lansdale, PA | $40K | 2023 |
| Educational Equity AllianceGeneral & Unrestricted | Coatesville, PA | $40K | 2023 |
| United Service Organizations IncUSO Transition Program | Washington, DC | $40K | 2023 |
| Travis Manion FoundationDeveloping Youth Leaders in Chester County | Doylestown, PA | $40K | 2023 |
| Womens Resource CenterThe PHEBE Financial Stability Program | Wayne, PA | $40K | 2023 |
| Bucks County Community College FoundationScholarship fund for Trades (CDL) | Newtown, PA | $40K | 2023 |
| Open Hearth IncFamily Savings Partner Program | Phoenixville, PA | $35K | 2023 |
| Garrett WilliamsonAccess to Camp Garrett and Youth Employment | Newtown Square, PA | $35K | 2023 |
| Davids Drive 831 IncAdaptive Cycling Program | Coatesville, PA | $30K | 2023 |
| Chester Housing Initiatives IncEntrepreneur Innovation Academy: Certification Program | Chester, PA | $30K | 2023 |
| Kennett Area Community ServiceGetting Ahead and Staying Ahead program | Kennett Sq, PA | $30K | 2023 |
| Cedarbrook Camp In Pennsylvania IncCILT (Camper In Leadership Training) Support | Exton, PA | $30K | 2023 |
| Folds Of Honor Foundationscholarship funds for applicants in SE Pennsylvania | Center Valley, PA | $30K | 2023 |
WILMINGTON, DE
WILMINGTON, DE
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