Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,741 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $516 and the largest $31,414. 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$93,741
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$516
- Largest grant$31,414
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,050 the year before.
28% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $68,400 | 28 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $92,050 | 36 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $93,741 | 25 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Gefen-Jaffe Family 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 Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 13 | $86,469 |
| Arizona | 4 | $2,487 |
| New York | 3 | $2,100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,125 |
| California | 1 | $1,040 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $210 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Jewish Center | Charitable | $31,414 |
| United Way of NE Florida | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald Charities | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Baptist Health Foundation | Charitable | $5,100 |
| Dreams Come True | Charitable | $5,000 |
| River Garden Hebrew Home for the Aged | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Torah Academy of Jacksonville | Charitable | $3,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Congregation or Tzion | Charitable | $2,016 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable | $1,800 |
| The Temple | Charitable | $1,125 |
| Women Inspiring Nextgen | Charitable | $1,040 |
| Jewish Community Alliance Inc | Charitable | $516 |
| The Foundation of Community Hospice & Palliative Care | Charitable | $500 |
| Grace Advocacy Program | Charitable | $300 |
| Valley of the Sun JCC | Charitable | $262 |
| American Kidney Fund Inc | Charitable | $250 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $210 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| Desert Botanical Garden | Charitable | $119 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charitable | $100 |
| Jacksonville Children's Chorus | Charitable | $100 |
| Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Charitable | $90 |
| Brandeis University | Charitable | $60 |
| Temple Sisterhood | Charitable | $39 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara G Jaffe
- Bradley Zimmerman
- Sanford Zimmerman
Questions people ask
Does Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc give?
$93,741 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $516.
Who runs Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara G Jaffe (President/Secretary), Bradley Zimmerman (Trustee) and Sanford Zimmerman (Treasurer).
What does Gefen-Jaffe Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.