The Christie and Ben Jacobs Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 84-3281141 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$674K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$25,750
Total assets$5.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $45,000.
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
41% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Museum of the East End | Bridgehampton, NY | General support | $185,000 |
| The Chapin School | New York, NY | General support | $170,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | General support | $106,250 |
| Many Hopes | New York, NY | General support | $45,000 |
| Daraja Education Fund San Refael | San Rafael, CA | General support | $30,000 |
| The Jefferson Trust | Charlottesville, VA | General support | $30,000 |
| Northern Rangelands Trust | Isiolo, KE | General support | $25,750 |
| Classroom Champions | St Petersburg, FL | General support | $25,000 |
| Shining Hope for Communities New York | New York, NY | General support | $25,000 |
| Brick Church School | New York, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| The Buckley School | New York, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Asphalt Green Inc | New York, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Team Summit Glenwood Springs | Copper Moutain, CO | General support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $674,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $557,250 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533099349100323
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-3281141
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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