Jagoda Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jagoda Family Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 42 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$70,000
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,500 the year before.
28% of its 2025 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 | $61,000 | 38 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $67,500 | 41 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 42 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Jagoda 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 Jagoda Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 18 | $30,000 |
| Kansas | 12 | $26,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City | General use | $10,000 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital | General use | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City | General use | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Zoo | General use | $5,000 |
| Missouri Western Second Ecclesiasdtical Jurisdiction | General use | $4,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City | General use | $3,000 |
| Pembroke Hill School | General use | $2,500 |
| United Arts of Central Florida | General use | $2,500 |
| Shalom Orlando | General use | $2,000 |
| Temple B'nai Jehudah | General use | $2,000 |
| Young Women's Alliance Foundation | General use | $2,000 |
| Harvesters Community Food Network | General use | $1,500 |
| The Pet Connection | General use | $1,500 |
| City Union Mission | General use | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General use | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General use | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General use | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Starlight Theatre | General use | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Zoo | General use | $1,000 |
| Midwest Center Holocaust Education | General use | $1,000 |
| Missouri Repretory Theater | General use | $1,000 |
| Nelson Atkins Museum of Art | General use | $1,000 |
| No Kids Hungry (Share Our Strength) | General use | $1,000 |
| On A Mission Foundation DBA on A Mission KC | General use | $1,000 |
| The Farm School at Gibbs Road Inc | General use | $1,000 |
| The Rabbit Hole KC | General use | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General use | $1,000 |
| Umkc School of Business Foundation | General use | $1,000 |
| Uncover KC | General use | $1,000 |
| Union Station KC | General use | $1,000 |
| Vaad Hoeir of St Louis | General use | $1,000 |
| Wonderscope Children's Museum | General use | $1,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General use | $500 |
| Chain of Hope KC | General use | $500 |
| Fix'em KC | General use | $500 |
| Huff House Incorporated | General use | $500 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General use | $500 |
| Loggerhead Marine Life Center | General use | $500 |
| Pawsitive Tails Inc | General use | $500 |
| Saving Death Row Dogs | General use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven D Jagoda
Questions people ask
Does Jagoda Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jagoda Family Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Jagoda Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven D Jagoda (Trustee).
What does Jagoda Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and animals.