The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Falmouth, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $544,170 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $26,585 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$544,170
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$26,585
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$293,925
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $312,269 the year before.
83% 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 | $393,000 | 11 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $312,269 | 10 | $790,215 |
| 2025 | $544,170 | 12 | $293,925 |
How to apply
| Contact | Steven J Wohl 9 Susan Lane, Falmouth, ME 04105 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (914) 953-5145 |
| What to submit | A letter of inquiry of no more than three (3) pages (ariel-font/12-POINT minimum) should be sent electronically to the trust (or if necessary, it may be sent by mail). This letter should include a description of the project for which seeking funding, its intended beneficiaries, its impact in the short and long terms, and how it fits with the criteria listed. |
| Restrictions | Must relate to charitable purposes as specified in organizational documents and meet all government regulations including ofac. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $341,000 |
| California | 3 | $135,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $28,170 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arab American Family Support Center | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Eaton fire relief and recovery fund | $100,000 |
| Myriad USA | Friends of the palestinian museum, for "restoration of the palestinian cultural scene" | $100,000 |
| Washington St Historical Society | For general purposes | $100,000 |
| Columbia University | For angelica modabber project; mei | $36,000 |
| Street Child US | Provide support for children in south sudan | $28,170 |
| Arab American National Museum | For general operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Muslims for Progessive Values | For markaz review | $25,000 |
| Liberty Hill Foundation | In honor of joy friedman | $10,000 |
| Acor | For general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Ny Dept of Finance | For commemorative bench plaque in elizabeth berger plaza, manhattan | $5,000 |
| Interlink Foundation | For general purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda K Jacobs
Questions people ask
Does The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust give?
$544,170 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $26,585.
Who runs The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda K Jacobs (Trustee).
What does The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and human services.