Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $814,959 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $825,969. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$814,959
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$825,969
- Assets$105,969
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
82% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,000 | 9 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 4 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $814,959 | 11 | $105,969 |
How to apply
| Contact | Steven Jacob 1635 Mulberry Lane, San Jose, CA 95125-4671 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 332-8165 |
| What to submit | Send a letter, two pages or less, clearly stating your circumstances, how the funds will be used, the financial need, and the goal(s) that will be accomplished. Upon approval of the letter an application package will be sent back to you. |
| Restrictions | Any charitable, scientific or educational purpose. |
What Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $825,969 |
| California | 8 | $140,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | To advance the mission of the organization. | $825,969 |
| Presentation High School | To advance the mission of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | To advance the mission of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | To advance the mission of the organization.to advance the mission of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Kqed Inc | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Community Service | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Saint Francis High School | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Marthas Kitchen | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory | To advance the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Jacob
- Holland Elkins
- Lauren Levine
- David Elkins
- Catherine Jacob
- Ross Levine
Questions people ask
Does Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation give?
$814,959 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Jacob (Chief Financial Officer), Holland Elkins (Chairman of the Board), Lauren Levine (President) and David Elkins (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Steven and Catherine Jacob Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.