Jake Owen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jake Owen Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $913,098 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$913,098
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was up from $863,985 the year before.
34% of its 2024 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 | $863,985 | 41 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $913,098 | 50 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Jake Owen 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jake Owen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 41 | $750,098 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $57,000 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Hospital ALSAC | Assistance to Indigent Families | $50,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Dept of Development | Assistance to Indigent Families | $35,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Assistance to Indigent Families | $35,000 |
| Scholarship Foundation-Indian River County Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $30,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of St Lucie Inidan River and Okeechobee Counties | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Indian River | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Children's Home Society of Florida | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Hibiscus Children's Center Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Mardy Fish Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Treasure Coast Community Health | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| United Way of Indian River County | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| Youth Guidance Donation Fund of Indian River County Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $25,000 |
| The Arc of Indian River County | Assistance to Indigent Families | $23,000 |
| Bobby Jones Chiari & Syringomye Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement Center | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Homeless Children's Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Indian River County Healthy Start | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Indian River Habitat for Humanity | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Indian River Golf Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Mental Health Association of Indian River County | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Safe Families for Children | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Senior Resource Association | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| The Hope for Families Center Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| VNA Hospice of Indian River County | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| Keystone Education Center | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| AlzheimersParkinson Association | Assistance to Indigent Families | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities Samaritan Center | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Childcare Resources of Indian River | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Seek the Lamb | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Friends of Indian River County Library Inc | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| The Buggy Bunch | Assistance to Indigent Families | $15,000 |
| Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch | Assistance to Indigent Families | $12,000 |
| Indian River Grapefruit Pro-AM (Vero Beach Country Club) | Assistance to Indigent Families | $10,000 |
| Life Ring Foundation | Assistance to Indigent Families | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Owen
- Steve Owen
- Tim Horsely
- Jarrod Owen
Questions people ask
Does Jake Owen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jake Owen Foundation give?
$913,098 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Jake Owen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joshua Owen (Executive Director), Steve Owen (Secretary), Tim Horsely (Treasurer) and Jarrod Owen (Foundation Manager).
What does Jake Owen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, environment and conservation and youth programs.