John Stites Jazz Artist Organization
Grantmaking foundation in Marshall, Michigan · EIN 82-4459237
- Michigan
- Marshall
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Michigan
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $200KTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 15Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $1.6MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
THE JSJAO IS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION WHICH FUNDS ADVANCED STUDIES FOR JAZZ MUSICIANS AND CONCERTS, COMPETITIONS, AND PROJECTS THAT EXPAND JAZZ AUDIENCES AND THE APPRECIATION OF JAZZ IN THE COMMUNITY.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| The Gilmore | $80K | 2025 |
| Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalti | $25K | 2025 |
| Western Michigan University | $21K | 2025 |
| Gustavo Cortinas Fouilloux | $10K | 2025 |
| Maxwell Bessessen | $8.4K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (15 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
Website: johnstitesjazzawards.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.