JBS Foundation
Invitation OnlyBannockburn, Illinois · EIN 38-3713152 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$430K
Organizations funded63
Typical grant$3,600
Total assets$4.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,200 and $9,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
49% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalva | New York, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $35,000 |
| The Ark | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $30,000 |
| IDF Impact Program | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Washington, DC | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $25,000 |
| A Safe Place | Zion, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $22,050 |
| Figueroa Wu Family Foundation | Chicago, ID | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of LA | Los Angeles, CA | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $20,000 |
| Temple Beth El | Northbrook, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $20,000 |
| Deerfield Food Pantry | Deerfield, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $18,000 |
| Wellspring Health Access | Casper, WY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Jnf | New York, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $12,000 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid | Highland Park, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Sault Area Schools | Sault Ste Marie, MI | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Zaka | Brooklyn, NE | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Lccac | Gurnee, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $9,000 |
| Morraine Township Food Pantry | Highland Park, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $9,000 |
| Hias | Washington, DC | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $8,000 |
| Camp Ramah | New York, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $7,000 |
| Falcons Hockey Association | Highland Park, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $7,000 |
| Mano a Mano | St Paul, MN | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $7,000 |
| Friends of the IDF | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $6,800 |
| Jewish Family Services | Denver, CA | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $6,600 |
| Mips | Westchester, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $6,300 |
| Council for Jewish Elderly | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| TBE Mens Club | Vernon Hills, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Rising Heroes | Lawrence, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Scn | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Stand With Us | Pasadena, CA | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| San Diego Food Bank | San Diego, CA | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation | New York, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Zaka Tel Aviv | Jackson Township, NJ | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Athletes for Israel | New York, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,600 |
| Center for Immigrant Progress | Waukegan, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization Waukegan, Illinois | $3,500 |
| College Bound Opportunities | Highland Park, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| IC Catholic Prep | Elmhurst, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Reading Power | Lake Bluff, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | Newtown, CT | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| The V Foundation | Cary, NC | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $3,000 |
| First Tee Greater Chicago | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Soo Eagle Booster Club | Sault Sainte Marie, MI | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Juf | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,300 |
| Bernies Book Bank | Lake Bluff, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Families Against Narcotics | Clinton Township, MI | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| HP Community Foundation | Highland Park, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| JCC Chicago | Northbrook, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Hiawatha Skating Club | Sault Sainte Marie, MI | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $1,600 |
| Conway Foundation | Quogue, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $1,200 |
| IL Policy | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $1,000 |
| IL Railway Museum | Union, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Young Mens Educational Network | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Green City Market | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $914 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Glencoe, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $800 |
| 99 Pledge - Megan Bern | Palo Alto, CA | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $525 |
| 5K Fun Run | Moorestown, NJ | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $520 |
| Rsu | Claremore, OK | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $520 |
| Trust Bridge Care Center | West Palm Beach, FL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $500 |
| Friends of JCC | Suffern, NY | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $360 |
| Rush Movement Disorder | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $300 |
| Ronald McDonald House Chicago | Chicago, IL | To further the goals of the charitable organization | $266 |
Showing the 60 largest of 63 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $429,992 | 63 |
| 2024 | $411,734 | 57 |
| 2023 | $393,350 | 46 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632039349100763
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3713152
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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