Jenbek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jenbek Foundation is a private foundation in Appleton, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $911. 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$10,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$911
- Assets$367,005
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,000 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 | $19,676 | 32 | $321,257 |
| 2024 | $13,000 | 24 | $340,452 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 22 | $367,005 |
How to apply
Jenbek 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 Jenbek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 5 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $1,589 |
| Oregon | 4 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,250 |
| Florida | 3 | $1,250 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $911 |
| Montana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donorschoose | General support | $911 |
| Helping Hands Food Pantry | General support | $589 |
| Cor | General support | $550 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $500 |
| Food for Lane County | General support | $500 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | General support | $500 |
| Propublica | General support | $500 |
| Rock River Valley Food Pantry | General support | $500 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission | General support | $500 |
| Wusf Public Media | General support | $500 |
| Second Helpings | General support | $500 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $500 |
| Florida Press Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Tinworks Art | General support | $500 |
| Protect Democracy Project | General support | $500 |
| Hambidge Creative Residency Program | General support | $400 |
| Flux Projects | General support | $400 |
| Agricultural Research Foundation | General support | $250 |
| Mount Pisgah Arboretum | General support | $250 |
| Earthdayorg | General support | $250 |
| Museum of Fine Arts St Petersburg | General support | $250 |
| Wabe - Atlanta | General support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Fiduciary Partners Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Jenbek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jenbek Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Jenbek Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fiduciary Partners Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Jenbek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, arts and culture and environment and conservation.