Jca Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jca Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $678,395 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $344,195. 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$678,395
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$344,195
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $685,995 the year before.
33% 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 | $585,333 | 8 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $685,995 | 9 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $678,395 | 12 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Jca Charitable 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 Jca Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 11 | $676,395 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Center | Support for jewish multigenerational gatherings and programs | $344,195 |
| Family Services of St Louis | Help seniors remain independent and connected to the community, reduce hunger and empowers children to thrive | $107,200 |
| Crown Center | Support for senior assisted living facilities | $60,000 |
| Greater St Louis Chapter American Parkinson's Disease | Advance parkison's research and assist affected families | $30,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Amoona | Support spirituality, education and programming for preschoolers to senior adults | $25,000 |
| Covenant Place | Services for elderly | $25,000 |
| St Louis Symphony Orchestra | Music appreciation and education for the community | $25,000 |
| St Louis Kollel | Wellness events for those 50 and over | $25,000 |
| New Mt Sinai Cemetery | To provide dignified and proper jewish burial and entombment services | $25,000 |
| Chabad of Greater St Louis | Celebrate jewish living and learning | $5,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | To create meaningful action at the local and state levels to help those most in need | $5,000 |
| Mindseye Radio | Support of public radio focusing on visually disabled | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ken Rubin
- Stuart Zimbalist
- Herbert Schneiderman
- Erin Schneider
- Steve Kamenetzky
- Judy Mange
- Stacy Abeles
Questions people ask
Does Jca Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jca Charitable Foundation give?
$678,395 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Jca Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ken Rubin (President), Stuart Zimbalist (Secretary), Herbert Schneiderman (Treasurer) and Erin Schneider (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Jca Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, seniors and human services.