THE JEM PROJECT

San Diego, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
84-3344588
Private Foundation
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San Diego, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
84-3344588
Private Foundation

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The JEM Project is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California, North Carolina, and New York, having disbursed $3 million across 189 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The JEM Project can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$3M

2024
Grantees funded
189
Multi-year grantees
40%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

64

Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$40K
K
Kelly Larkan
Board Member
J
Jessica Manning
Board Member
R
Rachel Shocket
Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JEM PROJECT?
No. THE JEM PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JEM PROJECT give?
THE JEM PROJECT primarily gives to organizations located in California, North Carolina, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE JEM PROJECT’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JEM PROJECT fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JEM PROJECT make each year?
In 2024, THE JEM PROJECT awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JEM PROJECT fund recently?
In 2024, THE JEM PROJECT awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CENTER FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS INC, The Isabella Santos Foundation, and LIONS TIGERS AND BEARS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JEM PROJECT?
THE JEM PROJECT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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