The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $334,328 and the largest $582,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$334,328
- Largest grant$582,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $125,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $125,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 3 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson 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 The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $916,328 |
| Florida | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation of New York | Charitable | $582,000 |
| Sid Jacobson JCC | Charitable | $334,328 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Charitable | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell Jacobson
- Marjorie Gershwind Fiverson
- Erik Gershwind
- Stacey Bennett
- J Robert Small
- Joshua Jacobson
Questions people ask
Does The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $334,328.
Who runs The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell Jacobson (President / Director), Marjorie Gershwind Fiverson (Vice President / Director), Erik Gershwind (Vice President / Director) and Stacey Bennett (Vice President / Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bernice and Sidney Jacobson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.