The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation is a private foundation in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,786 the year before.
25% 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 | $26,701 | 5 | $398,254 |
| 2024 | $29,786 | 5 | $447,872 |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Marilyn Jentzen Private 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 Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 3 | $45,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giving Kitchen | Emergency assistance and stability services to food service workers | $35,000 |
| United Way of Henderson County | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of Georgia | Georgia women give academic scholarship endowment | $5,000 |
| University of Georgia | Parents leadership council fundgeorgia women give scholarship endowment | $5,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | The wharton fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn Jentzen
Questions people ask
Does The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn Jentzen (Trustee).
What does The Marilyn Jentzen Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.