Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$31,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $31,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,000 | 2 | $940,923 |
| 2024 | $31,000 | 2 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $31,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc 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.
What Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette College | Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Colby Sawyer College | Scholarship/Cap Campaign | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wynne J McGrew
- Edward A Jesser III
- Leigh Benn Jesser
Questions people ask
Does Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc give?
$31,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Wynne J McGrew (Secretary), Edward A Jesser III (President) and Leigh Benn Jesser (V. President).
What does Edward A Jesser Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.