Brian and Sheila Jellison Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySarasota, Florida · EIN 83-2115946 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$10.5M
Organizations funded20
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$84.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $140,848.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
55% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation | Sarasota, FL | To support the construction of the SMH Cancer Institute | $5,113,984 |
| Cancer Vaccine Coalition | Middlebury, VT | General support | $2,036,336 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Bloomington, IN | To support various educational programs and the renovation of a learning studio in order to enhance the learning experience of students. | $1,596,586 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota | Sarasota, FL | General support | $1,003,584 |
| Visible Men Academy | Bradenton, FL | To support education, academic programs, faculty, and campus activities | $175,398 |
| Steuben Community Foundation | Angola, IN | Clear Lake Yacht Club Legacy Fund | $140,848 |
| Library Foundation of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | General support | $99,253 |
| Child Protection Center | Sarasota, FL | General Support for Night of Hope and Healing | $95,000 |
| The V Foundation for Cancer Research | Cary, NC | To support game-changing research & all-star scientists to accelerate victory over cancer | $75,000 |
| Friends of Amani Children's Home United States | Concord, NH | To support the work of rescuing homeless children in Tanzania. | $50,000 |
| Elmhurst Walk-In | Elmhurst, IL | General support | $25,000 |
| Second Heart Homes Inc | Sarasota, FL | To support the mission to serve homeless individuals coming off the streets | $25,000 |
| No Frills Fun Run | Elmhurst, IL | General support | $20,000 |
| Camp One Step | Chicago, IL | General support for camp for children with cancer | $15,000 |
| Mousam Lake Association | Sringvale, ME | General support | $10,000 |
| Streets of Paradise | Sarasota, FL | Hurricane relief | $10,000 |
| October Saves Goalie Challenge | Sterling, VA | To support the purpose of fighting global cancer | $7,103 |
| Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary | Sarasota, FL | Tropical storm Debby | $5,000 |
| Myakka Elephant Ranc | Bradenton, FL | Elephant Spa Day | $5,000 |
| National Ataxia Foundation | Golden Valley, MN | General support | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,510,092 | 20 |
| 2023 | $7,059,337 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 9, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502529349100035
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-2115946
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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