George Jenkins Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
George Jenkins Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lakeland, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.6 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $121,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$6.6 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$121,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7.4 million the year before.
38% 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 | $13.7 million | 33 | $14.2 million |
| 2024 | $7.4 million | 33 | $12.9 million |
| 2025 | $6.6 million | 32 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
George Jenkins 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 George Jenkins Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 29 | $6.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $183,334 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Central Florida Inc | George jenkins fdn youth opportunity , success by 6 family fundamentals | $1.1 million |
| Academy Prep of Lakeland | Education of students | $750,000 |
| Lakeland Regional Medical Center Foundation Inc | Capital pledge | $562,500 |
| YMCA of West Central Florida | Matching capital campaign , operations | $500,000 |
| Kidspack | Backpack program to help feed children | $350,000 |
| Bonnet Springs Park | Education programing | $300,000 |
| Redlands Christian Migrant Assn | Construction prep for mulberry academy charter school | $300,000 |
| Viste | Capital funding for campus transformation project | $300,000 |
| City Lore Inc | Dante alighieri & the divine comedy documentary | $250,000 |
| Achievement Academy | Support operational needs | $200,000 |
| Lakeland Christian School | Scholarships for students in need of assistance | $200,000 |
| Helping A Hero Org | Sponsor florida home builds | $183,334 |
| Parker Street Ministries | Operations | $150,000 |
| The Freedom Tour Inc | Church purchase for disaster relief/storage | $150,000 |
| Lighthouse Ministries Inc | Assistance for the woman & children program | $138,000 |
| Anchor House Inc of Polk County | Grant for education program | $122,000 |
| Salvation Army | For use in the "halo" child enrichment center | $120,000 |
| Florida Children's Museum | Donation to help fund travel exhibits in 2026. | $100,000 |
| Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine | Funding ultrasound equipment for helthcare services | $100,000 |
| Polk Theater Inc | Operations | $100,000 |
| Lake Wales Care Center | Support of c.a.r.e plan, stay-at-home work camps & home rehab | $84,294 |
| Geneva Classical Academy | Fund scholarships for students in need 2025/2026 school year | $75,000 |
| Pace Center for Girls | Matching donation for ten story challenge event | $75,000 |
| Lighthouse for the Blind and Low Vision | Teen transition program and blind babies intervention services | $69,000 |
| Lakeland Police Athletic League | Planning for new pal fieldhouse | $55,000 |
| Connected Polk Inc | Grant to fund part-time workforce coordinator & program support | $50,000 |
| Lakeland Symphony Orchestra Inc | Operations | $50,000 |
| Magnolia Montessori Academy | Matching contribution for house renovation | $50,000 |
| One More Child | Help withcosts for families affected by hurricane | $50,000 |
| Valor & Honor Outdoors | Assitance for veterans and first responders | $50,000 |
| Community Haven for Adults and Children With Disabilities Inc | Charitable donation - hurricane repairs | $38,000 |
| Burro Bueno Inc | Improve water accessibity, medical clinic, chicken pens | $9,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia J Fancelli
- Gregory Fancelli
- Leslie Fancelli
- Marianne Parsons
Questions people ask
Does George Jenkins Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George Jenkins Foundation Inc give?
$6.6 million in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $121,000.
Who runs George Jenkins Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Julia J Fancelli (President), Gregory Fancelli (Director), Leslie Fancelli (Director) and Marianne Parsons (Sec., Treasure).
What does George Jenkins Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.