The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $916,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $49,675 and the largest $139,500. 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$916,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$49,675
- Largest grant$139,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $1.0 million | 15 | $957,116 |
| 2024 | $916,900 | 14 | $0 |
How to apply
The Jim Jacobs 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.
What The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $430,400 |
| Florida | 3 | $167,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $139,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $85,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent de Paul Society | General use | $139,500 |
| Inner - City Handball Assn | General use | $120,000 |
| Nazareth Housing | General use | $109,350 |
| New Jersey Angels Foster Care | General use | $85,000 |
| Five Star Veterans Center | Genearl use | $72,000 |
| Walk Off Charities | General use | $50,000 |
| Dances With Wood | General use | $50,000 |
| Art Start Inc | General use | $49,350 |
| Cisv NYC Chapter-Children's Inter'l National Camp | General use | $45,000 |
| Christ's Starfish Foundation | General use | $45,000 |
| Healing Our Heroes | General use | $45,000 |
| The Sylvia Center | General use | $44,350 |
| Arts & Minds Inc | Genral use | $35,000 |
| Brooklyn Youth Sports Club | General use | $27,350 |
Officers and trustees
- Loraine Jacobs
- Timothy M Costello
- James Brady
- Martin H Lager
- Michael Atter
- Gregg Fisher
- Debbie Criman
Questions people ask
Does The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation give?
$916,900 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $49,675.
Who runs The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Loraine Jacobs (President), Timothy M Costello (Sec'y/Trea), James Brady (Director) and Martin H Lager (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Jim Jacobs Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.