Jacobi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacobi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,842 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$290,842
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$132,370
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 16 | $477,028 |
| 2024 | $290,842 | 13 | $132,370 |
How to apply
Jacobi Family 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 Jacobi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | $215,542 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Assistance Dogs Northwest | General support | $60,000 |
| Paws of Bainbridge Island | General support | $45,674 |
| Lanai Animal Rescue Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Ryther | General support | $25,000 |
| Kitsap Humane Society | General support | $25,000 |
| VFW Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Mary's Place | General support | $25,000 |
| Maui Humane Society | General support | $25,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | General support | $20,000 |
| Pasado's Safe Haven | General support | $11,728 |
| Seattle Times Fund for the Needy | General support | $2,140 |
| Serve Wenatchee | General support | $1,000 |
| Boise Public Schools Foundation | General support | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- John Jacobi
- Rosalind Jacobi
- Molly Pitts
Questions people ask
Does Jacobi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacobi Family Foundation give?
$290,842 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Jacobi Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Jacobi (President), Rosalind Jacobi (Treasurer/Se) and Molly Pitts (Executive Di).
What does Jacobi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.