Jobar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jobar Foundation is a private foundation in Crested Butte, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,596 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $9,513 and the largest $12,583. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,596
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$9,513
- Largest grant$12,583
- Assets$638,221
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,243 the year before.
80% 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 | $19,886 | 2 | $386,962 |
| 2024 | $9,243 | 1 | $503,828 |
| 2025 | $35,596 | 5 | $638,221 |
How to apply
Jobar Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $35,596 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gunnison Tough | Contribution | $12,583 |
| Crested Butte Center for the Arts | Contribution | $11,500 |
| Community Foundation Gunnison Valley | Contribution | $9,513 |
| Leeds Advancement University of Colorado Boulder | Contribution | $1,000 |
| B'nai Butte | Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel M Benisch
- Barbara Benisch
Questions people ask
Does Jobar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jobar Foundation give?
$35,596 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $9,513.
Who runs Jobar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joel M Benisch (President) and Barbara Benisch (Secretary/ Treasurer).