Jentes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jentes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $397,607 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $11,253 and the largest $101,152. 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$397,607
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$11,253
- Largest grant$101,152
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $625,369 the year before.
16% of its 2024 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 | $625,369 | 27 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $397,607 | 19 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
Jentes Family 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 Jentes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $11,239 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $263,279 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $74,882 |
| New York | 2 | $27,309 |
| California | 1 | $20,898 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Art Center | To further program services | $101,152 |
| Bryn Mawr College | To further progrem services | $74,882 |
| Metropolitan Peace Academy | To further program services | $20,943 |
| 826 National | To further program services | $20,898 |
| 826 Chi | To further program services | $20,014 |
| Cabinet of Curiosity | To further program services | $20,000 |
| Links Hall | To further program services | $16,075 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To further program services | $16,056 |
| Planned Parenthood | To further program services | $16,056 |
| Greater Food Chicago Depository | To further program services | $11,253 |
| Propublica | To further program services | $11,253 |
| WTTW | To further program services | $11,253 |
| Chicago Reader | To further program services | $11,239 |
| Stratford Festival | To further program services | $11,239 |
| Deborah's Place | To further program services | $9,634 |
| Young Chicago Authors | To further program services | $8,028 |
| Solti Foundation US | To further program services | $6,422 |
| Start Early | To further program services | $6,422 |
| Institute for Nonviolence | To further program services | $4,788 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Jentes
- Justine O Jentes
Questions people ask
Does Jentes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jentes Family Foundation give?
$397,607 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $11,253.
Who runs Jentes Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William R Jentes (President/Treasurer/Direct) and Justine O Jentes (Director/Secretary).
What does Jentes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.