JGL Foundation
JGL Foundation is a private foundation, based in Denver, CO. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $8.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $175K. Net investment income was $1.8M.
JGL Foundation at a glance
In short: JGL Foundation gave $175K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $175K), mostly in Colorado. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $175,000
- -98.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -66.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $175,000
- -96.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $175,000
- Total assets
- $8,490,403
- +24.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Colorado (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who JGL Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Leprino Foods Company Foundation ($175K).
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 11 (27%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How JGL Foundation gives
- Giving fell 91% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 24% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $175K (2024) to $16.0M (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $175K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leprino Foods Company Foundation Denver, CO | Grants to non-profit organizations in support of education, nutrition, fitness and local needs. | $175,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,490,403 | $1,936,787 | $274,139 | $175,000 | 1 | $175,000 | $1,849,988 | $731,326 |
| 2023 | $6,827,755 | $4,070,064 | $16,142,636 | $16,030,000 | 3 | $16,030,000 | $3,958,660 | $807,964 |
| 2022 | $18,900,327 | $1,574,642 | $5,300,910 | $5,000,000 | 1 | $5,000,000 | $1,379,283 | $1,540,174 |
| 2021 | $22,626,595 | $5,826,415 | $2,303,606 | $2,030,000 | 3 | — | $5,616,685 | $1,737,179 |
| 2020 | $19,103,786 | $5,483,283 | $6,305,252 | $6,080,000 | 3 | — | $5,307,999 | $1,457,286 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JGL Foundation reported a distributable amount of $731K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
JGL Foundation is led by James G. Leprino, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James G. Leprino
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Daniel A. Vecchiarelli
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Donna M. Leprino
Director
Vice President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Gina M. Vecchiarelli
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Terry L. Leprino
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Michael L. Reidy (2020–2023) — Secretary
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 JGL Foundation
How much does JGL Foundation give each year?
JGL Foundation gave $175K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $16.0M across 3 grants.
How large is JGL Foundation?
JGL Foundation reported $8.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $175K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $731K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
Where does JGL Foundation operate?
JGL Foundation has awarded grants in Colorado, Nebraska, New York.
What is JGL Foundation's EIN?
JGL Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1565476. 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.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work JGL Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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