Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Parkland, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $171,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$171,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $75,000 | 6 | $0 |
| 2024 | $171,000 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
Jack Ertl Charitable 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.
What Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $70,000 |
| New York | 3 | $70,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tisch Msrcny | Donation | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Assoc | Donation | $25,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research | Donation | $25,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Childrens Hospital | Donation | $25,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | Donation | $20,000 |
| Nichlaus Childrens Hospital | Donation | $20,000 |
| Cohens Childrens Med Center | Donation | $20,000 |
| Make A Wish | Donation | $5,000 |
| Easterseals | Donation | $5,000 |
| Wyckoff Family YMCA | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard Lesk
Questions people ask
Does Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation give?
$171,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leonard Lesk (President & CEO).
What does Jack Ertl Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.