Lela D Jackson Foundation for the Arts Co
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 45-6204531 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$430K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$11.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $100,020.
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Fdn of Sarasota Cty | Sarasota, FL | L jackson scholarship fd | $250,000 |
| Education Foundation of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | Educational program support | $100,020 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | Sarasota, FL | Program support | $20,000 |
| Ringling College of Art & Design Office for Advancement | Sarasota, FL | Lela jackson scholarship | $20,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | Sarasota, FL | Program support | $20,000 |
| Sarasota Ballet of Florida Inc | Sarasota, FL | Program support | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $430,020 | 6 |
| 2024 | $380,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $375,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631179349100623
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-6204531
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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