Ben Jackson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ben Jackson Foundation is a private foundation in Thomasville, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,150 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$22,150
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$453,334
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $33,040 | 16 | $373,660 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 8 | $408,198 |
| 2025 | $22,150 | 7 | $453,334 |
How to apply
Ben Jackson 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 Ben Jackson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 5 | $11,150 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Religious Donation | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $7,300 |
| Valdosta State University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Truett McConnell University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Abraham Baldwin Agri College | Scholarship | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- Harold Jackson
- Patsy Jackson
Questions people ask
Does Ben Jackson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ben Jackson Foundation give?
$22,150 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ben Jackson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harold Jackson (President) and Patsy Jackson (Secretary/Treas).
What does Ben Jackson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.