Betty V and John M Jacobson Foundation
Historical FunderAkron, Ohio · EIN 27-0412575 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $11,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Patrick J Weschler President |
|---|---|
| Address | 3800 Embassy Parkway Suite 300, Akron OH 44333 |
| Phone | 3302586410 |
| Form and materials | A letter detailing the reason for the request of funds along with a copy of the charitable organizations exemption letter should be submitted. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Grants are made primarly to organizations supporting womens education, children, or alleviation of human suffering. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens | Akron, OH | 714 day campaign | $21,645 |
| Open M | Akron, OH | Generaloperations | $20,000 |
| K of C Council 10936 | Stow, OH | Safe have babyrescue box atspringfield fire | $11,500 |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame Inc | North Canton, OH | Camp invention 2025 | $10,000 |
| He Brought US Out Ministries | Akron, OH | 2025 summerbuilding blocksprogram | $10,000 |
| Broken Chains Ministry | Akron, OH | Generaloperations | $10,000 |
| The University of Akron | Akron, OH | Dr DALE H MUGLERHONOR RESEARCH FUND | $10,000 |
| Access | Akron, OH | Generaloperations | $10,000 |
| Dragon Dream Team | Akron, OH | Purchase motorizedchase boat | $10,000 |
| Summit Fresh Mobile Market | Akron, OH | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Shelter Care | Tallmadge, OH | Generaloperations | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $119,145 | 11 |
| 2024 | $82,517 | 7 |
| 2023 | $48,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349101395
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0412575
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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