The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$129,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$282,794
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $26,000 | 3 | $221,564 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 4 | $233,438 |
| 2025 | $129,000 | 7 | $282,794 |
How to apply
The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 6 | $29,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Venture Fund | Unrestricted use | $100,000 |
| George Jackson Academy | Unrestricted use | $20,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| New York Public Radio | Unrestricted use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Jakobson Jr
- Thomas Jakobson
Questions people ask
Does The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family Charitable Foundation give?
$129,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Louis and Lucille Jakobson Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Jakobson Jr (Trustee) and Thomas Jakobson (Treasurer).