Jacoby Foundation
Accepts applications
Jacoby Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$33,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$698,982
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $35,000 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 | $26,000 | 15 | $629,956 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 15 | $622,857 |
| 2025 | $33,500 | 14 | $698,982 |
How to apply
| Contact | CJ Jacoby IV 3383 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (772) 365-4180 |
| What to submit | Apply in written format, giving purpose in some detail & documents needed. Must provide IRS ein number, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status & classification under 509(a). |
| Deadlines | Normally must be received prior to march 31 for approval in budget for ensuing fiscal year. |
| Restrictions | No formal restrictions or limitations, but, normally preference to local tax-exempt organizations in the river bend area (madison and jersey counties of il) |
What Jacoby Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $29,500 |
| Missouri | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jacoby Arts Council | Operations | $10,000 |
| Alton Memorial Hospital Foundation | Operations | $2,500 |
| River Bend Head Start & Family Services | Operations | $2,500 |
| Senior Services Plus Inc | Operations | $2,500 |
| BJC Hospice | Operations | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Operations | $2,000 |
| Greater St Louis Area Council Boy Scouts of America | Operations | $2,000 |
| Alton Area Animal Aid Association | Operations | $1,500 |
| Alton Little Theater | Operations | $1,500 |
| Alton Symphony Orchestra | Operations | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Alton Inc | Operations | $1,500 |
| Pride Inc | Operations | $1,500 |
| Sisters of St Francis | Operations | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott A Jacoby
- Casper J Jacoby IV
- Karen J Sinunu
Questions people ask
Does Jacoby Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Normally must be received prior to march 31 for approval in budget for ensuing fiscal year..
How much does Jacoby Foundation give?
$33,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Jacoby Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott A Jacoby (President/Director), Casper J Jacoby IV (Vp/Treas/Director) and Karen J Sinunu (Vp/Director).
What does Jacoby Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and human services.