CSI Gives Back Inc
CSI Gives Back Inc is a private foundation based in Jacksonville, Florida. Its filings report grantmaking in 2022 and 2023, and no grants in 2024.
CSI Gives Back Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $1,837
- -46.9% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $4,730
- -98.4% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $6,641
- -97.8% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to CSI Gives Back Inc
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing states that the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 7720 Baymeadows Rd E, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Phone: (904) 930-4405
Website: https://csigivesback.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who CSI Gives Back Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
54 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 54 grants of 54 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Jacksonville, Florida. The listed 2023 recipients, HUNGER FIGHT INC and Jacksonville University, are also in Jacksonville.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
How CSI Gives Back Inc gives
- Giving grew 349% from 2020 to 2023. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $27K (2020) to $143K (2022). In 2023 it made 13 grants totaling $123K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charger Academy Jacksonville, FL | Donations to support scholastic activities of the school. | $32,295 |
| 6 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $43,265 |
| Duval County Public Schools Jacksonville, FL | Donations to support social work program and fundraiser costs | $17,168 |
| Andrew Jackson High School Jacksonville, FL | Donations to support scholastic activities at the high school. | $12,584 |
| Hunger Fight Jacksonville, FL | Donation to purchase food and for needy families | $10,000 |
| University of Florida Gainesville, FL | Tuition payment on behalf of scholarship recipient. | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Legends Elementary Jacksonville, FL | Donation for back-to-school luncheon and teacher supplies | $1,679 |
| Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL | Donation to support Grit Camp at JU | $1,200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,837 | $4,730 | $6,641 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $3,457 | $300,900 | $308,870 | $123,191 | 13 | $123,191 |
| 2022 | $11,907 | $309,267 | $318,169 | $142,833 | 20 | $142,833 |
| 2021 | $4,620 | $321,319 | $328,700 | $123,346 | 12 | $123,346 |
| 2020 | $11,070 | $173,097 | $172,833 | $27,418 | 9 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included HUNGER FIGHT INC, whose mission is “to eradicate childhood hunger and illiteracy by engaging communities and mobilizing partners, donors and advocates,” and Jacksonville University, whose mission is to empower students for lifelong growth as global citizens through a transformative, innovative educational experience built on excellence in community-centered service.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $123,191. Listed recipients include HUNGER FIGHT INC, which received $10,000, and Jacksonville University, which received $1,200. In 2022, it reported 20 grants totaling $142,833. No grants were reported in 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Chris Flakus as president, Josh Bowling as treasurer, and Deborah Valentine as secretary.
CSI Gives Back Inc is led by Chris Flakus, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chris Flakus
President
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deborah Valentine
Secretary
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josh Bowling
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Becky Lowry (2020–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Christine Paisant (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Jeffrey Lawton (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Kate Mays (2020) — Director
- Former: Larry Mims (2020) — Director
- Former: Lindsey Mitcham (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about CSI Gives Back Inc
How large is CSI Gives Back Inc?
CSI Gives Back Inc reported $2K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $5K.
What does CSI Gives Back Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from CSI Gives Back Inc?
The 2024 filing states that the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does CSI Gives Back Inc make grants?
The foundation is based in Jacksonville, Florida. The listed 2023 recipients, HUNGER FIGHT INC and Jacksonville University, are also in Jacksonville.
What is CSI Gives Back Inc's EIN?
CSI Gives Back Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1779604. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 16, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 1, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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