Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $255,000 and the largest $1.0 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$255,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$27.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $192,500 | 3 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 1 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 4 | $27.4 million |
How to apply
Jenkins Charitable 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 Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $1.0 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa General Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1.0 million |
| Wake Forest University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500,000 |
| Coffee Uniting People (Cup) Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Jesuit High School of Tampa | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $326 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard S Jenkins
- Carole C Jenkins
- Laura Larocca
Questions people ask
Does Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $255,000.
Who runs Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard S Jenkins (President), Carole C Jenkins (Treasurer) and Laura Larocca (Secretary).
What does Jenkins Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.