There are multiple organizations operating under variations of the "JBS Foundation" name, each with distinct identities and purposes:
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$412K
+4.7% YoY
Grant Count
57
+23.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$7K
-15.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
JBS Foundation Trust primarily funds general operating support for educational institutions.
JBS Transition Experts operates as a public charity described in section 509(a)(1), receiving substantial support from governmental units or the general public.
JBS Charitable Foundation operates in the area of philanthropy and grantmaking, though specific program descriptions are not publicly available.
Grantmaking
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
JBS Foundation Trust funds organizations in Georgia and Florida.
JBS Foundation (Bannockburn, IL) is based in Illinois.
JBS Foundation Inc. operates from Miami, Florida.
JBS Transition Experts is based in Vista, California and serves veterans transitioning from military service.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
JBS Foundation Trust (as of December 2024):
- Total assets: $3,642,825
- Total revenues: $613,288
- Total expenses: $26,707
- Investment income and dividends: $93,253
- Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets: $520,035
JBS Charitable Foundation (as of December 2024):
- Total assets: $1,000
- Annual income: $1,000
JBS Foundation (Bannockburn, IL) and JBS Foundation Inc. (Miami, FL) have not been rated and specific financial data is not available in current public records.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
237 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Friends of Idf ($45,000), Figueroa Wu Family Foundation ($35,000), Shalva ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A SAFE PLACE CHICAGO, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $17,000 |
| AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM NEW YORK, NY | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $8,000 |
| ANN & ROBERT H LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO CHICAGO, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $500 |
| ARIZONA CANCER FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN SCOTTSDALE, AZ | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $7,000 |
| BERNIES BOOK BANK LAKE BLUFF, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $2,000 |
| BULAMU HEALTHCARE PALO ALTO, CA | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $4,000 |
| CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN GLENCOE, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $300 |
| COLLEGE BOUND OPPORTUNITIES RIVERWOODS, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $3,000 |
| COUNCIL FOR JEWISH ELDERLY SENIOR LIFE CHICAGO, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $5,500 |
| DEERFIELD FOOD PANTRY DEERFIELD, IL | TO FURTHER GOALS OF THE CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION | $18,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
JBS Charitable Foundation lists the following trustees:
- S Nancy Simches
- Susan Skelley
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RONALD LAVIN | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| LISA LAVIN | TREASURER AND SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| JAMIE ELIAS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Recent grant activity and partnerships include:
JBS USA and the National 4-H Council launched a partnership to prepare the next generation of America's farmers and ranchers (March 2026)
JBS USA and National 4 H Council Launch Partnership toWRHCF awarded a $100,000 JBS Legacy Grant to the Worthington Area Youth Baseball Association
WRHCF awards first JBS Legacy Grant to WAYBAWRHCF awarded the first JBS Legacy Grant to WAYBA
WRHCF awards first JBS Legacy Grant to WAYBAJBS Fund for the Amazon approved six new projects
JBS Fund for the Amazon approves 6 new projectsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jbs Foundation fund?
**JBS Foundation Trust** primarily funds general operating support for educational institutions. **JBS Transition Experts** operates as a public charity described in section 509(a)(1), receiving substantial support from governmental units or the general public. **JBS Charitable Foundation** operates in the area of philanthropy and grantmaking, though specific program descriptions are not publicly available.
How do I apply for a grant from Jbs Foundation?
**JBS Foundation Trust** made 19 grants in its most recent year. Recent grantees include: • Westminster Schools ($50,000 for general operating support, 2023) • The Lovett School ($50,000 for general operating support, 2023) • Woodward Academy ($50,000 for general operating support, 2023) • Georgia Tech Foundation **JBS Charitable Foundation** indicates it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited applications for funds. **JBS Foundation Inc…
Where does Jbs Foundation make grants?
**JBS Foundation Trust** funds organizations in Georgia and Florida. **JBS Foundation** (Bannockburn, IL) is based in Illinois. **JBS Foundation Inc.** operates from Miami, Florida. **JBS Transition Experts** is based in Vista, California and serves veterans transitioning from military service.
What size grants does Jbs Foundation award?
In 2024, Jbs Foundation awarded 57 grants totaling $412K — an average of about $7K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Jbs Foundation's EIN?
Jbs Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-3713152. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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