Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,700 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,500. 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$58,700
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,500
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,900 the year before.
27% 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 | $139,050 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,900 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $58,700 | 11 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund 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 Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 9 | $56,600 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St George Orthodox Cathedral | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $25,500 |
| KPTS | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $10,000 |
| The Lords Diner | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $7,500 |
| Kanas Food Bank | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $4,000 |
| Keys to Change | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $2,000 |
| KSDS Inc | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $1,500 |
| Catholic Charities Inc | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $1,500 |
| Senior Services of Wichita | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $1,500 |
| St Elijah Orthodox Christian Church | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $100 |
| Wichita Childrens Home | To carry out the general purpose of the charitable organization. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Geri Jabara
- Mary L Dake
Questions people ask
Does Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc give?
$58,700 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Geri Jabara (President Director) and Mary L Dake (Sec Treas. & Executive Director).
What does Professor Fran & Geri Jabara Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and faith communities.