Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,567 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $16,667. 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$78,567
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$16,667
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,300 the year before.
23% 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 | $69,000 | 14 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $77,300 | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $78,567 | 22 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Jobe and Helen Richards 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 Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 22 | $78,567 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad Lubavitch of Fort Worth | Charitable | $16,667 |
| Jewish Federation of Fort Worth & | Charitable | $11,500 |
| Presbyterian Night Shelter | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Beth-El Congregation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mayfest Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cook Children's Medical Center | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Junior League of Fort Worth Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Jewel Charity Ball Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The van Cliburn Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Day Resource Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Jewish Education Agency | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of N Texas | Charitable | $2,000 |
| First Tee of Fort Worth | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Assist the Officer Fort Worth | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Fort Worth Abroad | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Project 4031 Inc | Charitable | $600 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Arlington Texas | Charitable | $400 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | Charitable | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Chicotsky
- Mark Chicotsky
- David Chicotsky
Questions people ask
Does Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation give?
$78,567 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Chicotsky (Co-Trustee), Mark Chicotsky (Co-Trustee) and David Chicotsky (Co-Trustee).
What does Jobe and Helen Richards Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and health.