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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 84-3529599

The Jensen Project Inc

A private foundation in Dallas, TX. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 40 grants and $4.9 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Preselected only

The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

2 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $4,948,620

    Grants listed
    40
    Assets, end of year
    $117,186
  • Tax year 2023

    $4,359,512

    Grants listed
    25
    Assets, end of year
    $274,071

Grants paid in 2024

40 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. National Center on Sexual ExploitationWashington, DC

    Exists to build a world where people can live and love without sexual abuse and exploitation.

    $580,500
  2. World Without ExploitationNew York, NY

    To advocate for the women and girls of NYC by working to promote reproductive rights, secure women's economic empowerment, and end discrimination and violence against women.

    $505,000
  3. Rescue HillArlington, TX

    We offer survivors of human trafficking safe spaces to heal

    $381,409
  4. National Child Protection Task Force IncFayetteville, AR

    By strengthening local response networks, sharing investigative expertise, and helping communities implement trauma-informed solutions that foster long-term safety

    $350,000
  5. RIGHTS4GIRLSWoodside, CA

    Rights4girls advocates for the dignity and rights of young women and girls so that every girl can be safe and live a life free of violence and exploitation.

    $250,000
  6. North Texas Trafficking Task ForceDallas, TX

    Task force that partners with federal, state, and local law enforcement and nonprofit organizations to combat human trafficking in the north texas region.

    $241,882
  7. Global Peht CorpFairfield, CT

    To offer a sustainable, long-term strategy to aid in the fight against human trafficking. Offering outreach, transitional residential homes and job assistance to women who are human trafficking victims to provide a source of stability and economic freedom.

    $241,439
  8. Allies Against SlaveryAustin, TX

    Protecting freedom and dignity by combatting human trafficking.

    $200,000
  9. New Friends New LifeDallas, TX

    Restores and empowers formerly trafficked teens and sexualy exploited women and their children

    $110,000
  10. Reflection Ministries of Texas IncMidland, TX

    To advocate for the women and girls of NYC by working to promote reproductive rights, secure women's economic empowerment, and end

    $100,015
  11. 3STRANDS Global FoundationSacramento, CA

    To shape laws and influence policies that strengthen protections against human trafficking

    $100,000
  12. AwakenReno, NV

    Awaken seeks to increase awareness and education surrounding the issue of commercial sexual exploitation and to provide housing and restoration for its victims.

    $100,000
  13. Designed for JoyRaleigh, NC

    Designed for joy provides women in crisis with stability through immediate employment and support, removing the stigma of vulnerability.

    $100,000
  14. Eden HouseNew Orleans, LA

    To eradicate the trafficking and selling of human beings. We create systemic change through youth prevention, education and legislative advocacy, and reentry services for victims, including long-term shelter.

    $100,000
  15. Empower Her WorkNew London, CT

    To provide funding and support to survivors of human trafficking.

    $100,000
  16. Freedom A La CartColumbus, OH

    Empowers survivors of sex trafficking and exploitation to build lives of freedom and self-sufficiency.

    $100,000
  17. Genesis - Shelter Ministries of DallasDallas, TX

    Provides emergency shelter and related services to the homeless and safety and shelter to battered women and their children.

    $100,000
  18. Real Escape From the Sex TradeSeattle, WA

    To provide pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for victims of sex trafficking and people involved in the sex trade.

    $100,000
  19. Rebecca Bender InitiativeWashington, DC

    To serve adult female survivors of human trafficking through economic empowerment and housing programs.

    $100,000
  20. Rest Stop MinistriesLebanon, TN

    A residential restoration program for survivors of human trafficking.

    $100,000
  21. Rethreaded IncJacksonville, FL

    Offering viable and creative work to those affected by the sex trade i.e. Prostitution, drug addiction and human traffickin. Rethreaded offers the oppressed a chance to grow into the fullness of who they are.

    $100,000
  22. Safe Exit InitiativeWorcester, MA

    Creating safe and sustainable exits from exploitation and the sex trade through quality programming, strategic partnerships and comprehensive legislative initiatives.

    $100,000
  23. The Network Group IncArlington, VA

    A data-driven, counter-human trafficking organization focused on dismantling the illicit massage industry

    $100,000
  24. The Wellhouse IncOdenville, AL

    Provide opportunities for restoration to female victims of human trafficking

    $100,000
  25. Thistle Farms IncNashville, TN

    Giving women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction a second chance at life.

    $100,000
  26. Wellspring Living IncAtlanta, GA

    Comprehensive, trauma-informed, victim-centered recovery services through residential programs, community-based programs, and post-program support.

    $100,000
  27. The International Centre for Missing and Exploited ChildrenAlexandria, VA

    We advocate, innovate, train, and collaborate to protect the world's children from abduction, sexual abuse, and exploitation.

    $50,625
  28. Lone Star Justice AllianceAustin, TX

    To boldly address systemic failures in the justice system through advocacy and innovative evidence-based programs that improve life outcomes for youth and emerging adults.

    $50,000
  29. TRAFFICK911Fort Worth, TX

    Taking children out of sex slave operations.

    $50,000
  30. Coalition Against Trafficking in WomenNew York, NY

    To advocate for strong laws and policies, raise public awareness and support survivor leadership.

    $37,500
  31. Hookers for JesusLas Vegas, NV

    The primary mission of hookers for jesus is to hook (outreach) give hope (jesus) heal (emotional & spiritual restoration) and help (transitional assistance) for those who have been negatively affected by sex trafficking and the adult entertainment industry.

    $31,500
  32. Amirah IncBeverly, MA

    Providing mid-term housing, economic mobility and stability planning, long-term housing navigation, comprehensive case management, peer care navigation, and community support.

    $25,000
  33. Human Trafficking InstituteDallas, TX

    We support teams of police and prosecutors tasked with enforcing antitrafficking laws.

    $25,000
  34. National Trafficking Sheltered AllianceMillersville, MD

    To enhancing services, and increasing access to care, for survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

    $25,000
  35. Restore NYCNew York, NY

    Trauma-informed counseling services and case management

    $25,000
  36. Reveal to Heal InternationalAnna, TX

    Preventing all forms of child sexual abuse and helping survivors heal from its effects.

    $20,000
  37. Survivor VenturesNorfolk, VA

    Provides trauma-informed programs for individuals impacted by human trafficking and exploitation.

    $18,750
  38. A Courageous RoseFort Collins, CO

    Equip communities with educational trainings and presentations with the intention that victims can be recognized, traffickers can be held accountable.

    $10,000
  39. America Loves Kid'sWashington, DC

    Advocates for survivors of child sexual abuse, works with policy makers and elected leaders to create policies that benefit survivors of child sexual abuse

    $10,000
  40. Attitudes & AttireDallas, TX

    General operating expense

    $10,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Crime and legal aid8 grants $780,00025% of the total
  2. Arts and culture1 grant $580,50019% of the total
  3. Human services7 grants $575,25019% of the total
  4. International aid4 grants $429,56414% of the total
  5. Housing and shelter3 grants $300,01510% of the total
  6. Religion2 grants $200,0007% of the total
  7. 3 other causes3 grants $210,0007% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Texas10 grants $1,263,306
  2. District of Columbia2 grants $590,500
  3. New York3 grants $567,500
  4. Arkansas1 grant $350,000
  5. California2 grants $350,000
  6. Connecticut2 grants $341,439
  7. Tennessee2 grants $200,000
  8. Virginia4 grants $194,375
  9. Nevada2 grants $131,500
  10. Massachusetts2 grants $125,000

Officers, directors and trustees

2 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Janet JensenFOUNDER & CEO Hours 32Pay $23,097
  • Lauren GroganEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Hours 40Pay $128,334

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