John T and Suzanne S Jacobus Family Foundation
Historical FunderMilwaukee, Wisconsin · EIN 39-1560018 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | STEVEN JACOBUS |
|---|---|
| Address | 10361 W INNOVATION DRIVE 350, MILWAUKEE WI 53226 |
| Phone | 4142038040 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE IN LETTER FORM INCLUDING PURPOSE, OFFICERS ANDDIRECTORS NAMES, AND EVIDENCE OF EXEMPT STATUS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | GRANTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS GENERALLY SUPPORTING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN |
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
57% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Ecology Center | Milwaukee, WI | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Sojourner Family Peace Center | Milwauke, WI | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Charlotte Film Society | Charlotte, NC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Charlotte Regi | Charlotte, NC | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Safe Alliance | Charlotte, NC | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Uwm Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | General operating support | $3,000 |
| University Radio Foundation Inc | Charlotte, NC | General operating support | $3,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($30,202). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $91,202 | 11 |
| 2024 | $95,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $101,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611079349100221
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1560018
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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