Jacobsen Lake Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacobsen Lake Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,125 and the largest $3,500. 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$13,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,125
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$319,997
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $13,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,308 | 12 | $266,380 |
| 2024 | $13,000 | 8 | $286,302 |
| 2025 | $13,000 | 8 | $319,997 |
How to apply
Jacobsen Lake 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 Jacobsen Lake Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5 | $10,750 |
| Arizona | 1 | $750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $750 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | General | $3,500 |
| University of Utah | General use | $3,000 |
| Salt Lake Civil Network | General use | $2,000 |
| City Academy | General use | $1,500 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General use | $750 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General use | $750 |
| Wounded Warriors | General use | $750 |
| Preborn | General use | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Heber S Jacobsen
- Christine Lake
- Amie Rosenberg
Questions people ask
Does Jacobsen Lake Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacobsen Lake Foundation give?
$13,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,125.
Who runs Jacobsen Lake Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Heber S Jacobsen (Director), Christine Lake (Director) and Amie Rosenberg (Director).
What does Jacobsen Lake Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.