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George Jenkins Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in LAKELAND, FL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2003. The principal officer is Lj Management Services Inc.. It holds total assets of $11.7M. Annual income is reported at $15.6M. Total assets have decreased from $18.5M in 2011 to $11.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Florida. According to available records, George Jenkins Foundation Inc. has made 133 grants totaling $33.9M, with a median grant of $150K. Annual giving has grown from $7.3M in 2021 to $13.7M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2.7M, with an average award of $255K. The foundation has supported 56 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Florida, Virginia, Arizona, which account for 73% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$123K
Largest Grant
$663K
Based on 27 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
George Jenkins Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 133 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in FL, VA, AZ.
George Jenkins Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $33.9M across 133 grants. The median grant size is $150K, with an average of $255K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2.7M.
George Jenkins Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
George Jenkins Foundation Inc. is headquartered in LAKELAND, FL. While based in FL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julia J Fancelli | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Gregory Fancelli | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Leslie Fancelli Sonatori | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marianne Parsons | SEC.,TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$11.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$11.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
133
Total Giving
$33.9M
Average Grant
$255K
Median Grant
$150K
Unique Recipients
56
Most Common Grant
$200K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Defending FreedomFOR ALLIANCE DEFENDING FREEDOM OPERATIONS | Scottsdale, AZ | $2.7M | 2023 |
| The Leadership InstituteFOR THE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE OPERATIONS | Arlington, VA | $2.5M | 2023 |
| Boys Girls Club Of Polk CountyCAPITAL FUNDING FOR NEW BUILDING | Lakeland, FL | $1M | 2023 |
| United Way Of Central Florida IncCONTRIBUTION FOR GEORGE JENKINS END HUNGER INITIATIVE | Highland City, FL | $805K | 2023 |
| Moms For AmericaFOR MOMS OF AMERICA OPERATIONS | Mansfield, TX | $706K | 2023 |
| Lakeland Regional Health Foundation$500,000 SIXTH INSTALLMENT OF $5,000,000 PLEDGE OVER 10 YEARS$62,500 FOURTH INSTALLMENT OF ADDITIONAL $500,000 PLEDGE OVER 8 YEARS | Lakeland, FL | $563K | 2023 |
| Ccdf Usa FoundationFOR CCDF USA FOUNDATION OPERATIONS | Mulberry, FL | $500K | 2023 |
| Parker Street Ministries IncFOR OPERATING EXPENSES/ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS | Lakeland, FL | $500K | 2023 |
| Academy Prep Foundation IncFOR ACADEMY PREP OF LAKELAND OPERATIONS | Lakeland, FL | $450K | 2023 |
| KidspackGRANT TO PROVIDE FOOD TO DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN IN POLK COUNTY | Lakeland, FL | $350K | 2023 |
| Helping A HeroGRANT TO ASSIST IN THE BUILDING OF HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE HOMES | Houston, TX | $300K | 2023 |
| Bonnet Springs ParkEDUCATION FUNDING FOR BONNET SPRINGS PARK | Lakeland, FL | $300K | 2023 |
| VisteCONTRIBUTIONS FOR OPERATIONS AND BUILDING OF ENDOWMENT FUND | Lakeland, FL | $269K | 2023 |
| Peace River CenterGRANT FOR RENOVATIONS TO LAKELAND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER | Bartow, FL | $260K | 2023 |
| Torch Of Freedom FoundationCONTRIBUTION FOR TORCH OF FREEDOM OPERATIONS | Dripping Springs, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| The Tunnel To Towers FoundationUNRESTRICTED CONTRIBUTION FOR OPERATIONS | Staten Island, NY | $250K | 2023 |
| Givewell Community FoundationCONTRIBUTION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE GEORGE JENKINS DONOR ADVISED FUND | Lakeland, FL | $250K | 2023 |
| Lakeland Youth Ice SportsGRANT TO HELP FUND ADDITIONAL SHEET OF ICE AT THE ARENA | Lakeland, FL | $200K | 2023 |
| Lakeland Christian SchoolGRANT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS | Lakeland, FL | $200K | 2023 |
| Judicial Watch IncFOR OPERATIONS OF JUDICIAL WATCH | Washington, DC | $200K | 2023 |
| Anchor House Inc Of Polk CountyEDUCATION ASSISTANCE AND FUND THERAPIST FOR ANCHOR HOUSE INC. OF POLK COUNTY | Auburndale, FL | $151K | 2023 |
| National Association To Protect ChiDONATION FOR THE HERO PROGRAM | Knoxville, TN | $150K | 2023 |
| Pace Center For GirlsGRANT FOR LITERACY PROGRAM | Lakeland, FL | $150K | 2023 |
| Gospel IncTO HELP PROVIDE HOUSING FOR CHRONIC HOMELESS | Lakeland, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| Institute For Frontier ScienceCONTRIBUTION FOR OPERATIONS | Oakland, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Lighthouse Ministries IncFOR LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRIES OPERATIONS | Lakeland, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| Geneva Classical AcademyFund scholarships for students in need during the 2023/2024 school year | Lakeland, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyGRANT FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE H.A.L.O. CHILD ENRICHMENT CENTER | Lakeland, FL | $95K | 2023 |
| The Take Heart Project IncGRANT TO BUILD SCHOOL IN KENYA | Lakeland, FL | $50K | 2023 |
| Polk Sheriff'S Charities IncGRANT TO ESTABLISH COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE FUND | Winter Haven, FL | $50K | 2023 |
| The Polk Theatre IncFOR POLK THEATRE OPERATIONS | Lakeland, FL | $40K | 2023 |
| The First Tee Of LakelandCONTRIBUTION FOR THE BENEFIT OF ANDY BEAN MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT | Lakeland, FL | $25K | 2023 |
| The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing YouthTO ASSIST THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING YOUTH IN POLK COUNTY | Bartow, FL | $13K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeGRANT FOR THE K-12 EDUCATION PROGRAM IN SUPPORT OF THE PROVISION OF AMERICAN CLASSICAL EDUCATION | Hillsdale, MI | $500K | 2022 |
| Florida Baptist Children'S Home$100,000 FIRST INSTALLMENT OF PLEDGE TO ONE MORE CHILD $150,000 FINAL INSTALLMENT OF PLEDGE TO ONE MORE CHILD | Lakeland, FL | $250K | 2022 |
| Achievement Academy IncFINAL INSTALLMENT (3 OF 3) FOR OPERATIONS OF ACADEMY | Lakeland, FL | $200K | 2022 |
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