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Also known as: C/O CAROL PRINS
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Jessica Fund is a private corporation based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1987. It holds total assets of $2.9M. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. Total assets have grown from $1.5M in 2011 to $2.8M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Illinois, California and New Mexico. According to available records, Jessica Fund has made 101 grants totaling $1.7M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $167K in 2020 to $665K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $837K distributed across 46 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $350K, with an average award of $17K. The foundation has supported 49 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, New York, California, which account for 85% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$10K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Jessica Fund is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 101 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, NY, CA.
Jessica Fund has distributed a total of $1.7M across 101 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $17K. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $350K.
Jessica Fund is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (366850332) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Jessica Fund is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Prins | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Audrey Prins | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John Hart | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$697K
Total Assets
$2.8M
Fair Market Value
$3.1M
Net Worth
$2.8M
Grants Paid
$665K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$99K
Distribution Amount
$150K
Total: $1.6M
Total Grants
101
Total Giving
$1.7M
Average Grant
$17K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
49
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Attleboro, MA | $5K | 2023 |
| IngenuityGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Chicago Theatre Group IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $350K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Contemporary ArtGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $125K | 2023 |
| Chicago Foundation For WomenGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $26K | 2023 |
| Goodman Theatre GroupGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Dartmouth CollegeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Hanover, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Barnard CollegeGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Erickson InstituteGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $12K | 2023 |
| Georgia O'Keefe MuseumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Santa Fe, NM | $10K | 2023 |
| The Brearley SchoolGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Chicago Sinai TempleGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $7K | 2023 |
| Mitzvah MattersGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $6K | 2023 |
| Chicago History MuseumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Center On HalstedGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| AcluGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Alzheimer'S Association IllinoisGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| American Jewish World ServicesGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Leaque Of Chicago TheatresGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| VocelGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Museum Of New MexicoGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Santa Fe, NM | $3K | 2023 |
| Francis W Parker SchoolGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Almost Home KidsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2023 |
| Imerman AngelsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $1K | 2023 |
| The Neighborhood PlayhouseGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| New Roads SchoolGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Santa Monica, CA | $12K | 2022 |
| Illinois Holocaust MuseumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Skokie, IL | $6K | 2022 |
| Lynn Sage Cancer Research FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Art Alliance Of IllinoisGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |