The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Montgomery, Alabama. Its 2025 grants supported charitable organizations including Jewish educational, religious, heritage, and Israel-related organizations.
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation gave $280K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $25K), top state Georgia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $279,900
- -91.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- -52.2% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $25,445
- -81.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $20,700
- Total assets
- $13,324,664
- +42.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Georgia (43% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3500 Eastern Boulevard, Montgomery, AL 36116
Phone: (334) 277-1000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Mekusharim Inc ($60K). Together the top 10 received $275K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 60 (57%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, grant dollars went to organizations in Georgia (43%), New York (34%), Alabama (16%), and Maryland (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation gives
- 36% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving fell 60% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 59% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $100K (2021) to $3.1M (2024). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $280K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mekusharim Inc Dunwoody, GA | Support of Programs | $60,000 |
| Chabad University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL | Support of Programs | $45,000 |
| Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Inc Monsey, NY | Support of Programs | $37,800 |
| Atlanta Scholars Kollell Atlanta, GA | Support of Programs | $30,000 |
| American Friends of Meorot Yerushalayim Brooklyn, NY | Support of Programs | $25,000 |
| Beth Jacob Atlanta Atlanta, GA | Support of Programs | $20,700 |
| NER Israel Rabbinical College Baltimore, MD | Support of Programs | $19,200 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation New York, NY | Support of Programs | $18,000 |
| American Friends of Mosdos Boston in Israel Inc Brooklyn, NY | Support of Programs | $9,600 |
| Chabad Intown Atlanta, GA | Support of Programs | $9,600 |
Ready to take the next step with The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,324,664 | $4,490,142 | $469,275 | $279,900 | 11 | $357,483 | $4,356,588 | $607,819 |
| 2024 | $9,356,211 | $2,734,911 | $3,221,242 | $3,113,180 | 23 | $3,164,899 | $1,104,200 | $558,445 |
| 2023 | $9,842,542 | $804,054 | $2,421,530 | $2,403,865 | 19 | $2,403,865 | $169,996 | $612,395 |
| 2022 | $11,465,749 | $3,761,361 | $739,135 | $696,500 | 5 | $696,500 | $679,683 | $617,295 |
| 2021 | $8,437,792 | $1,509,587 | $131,534 | $100,257 | 2 | — | $481,176 | $477,574 |
| 2020 | $7,059,739 | $673,170 | $1,604,982 | $1,561,400 | 5 | — | $53,929 | $411,318 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $608K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grantees included organizations with varied missions. Birthright Israel Foundation says it raises funds to support educational trips to Israel for young Jewish adults. American Friends of Mosdos Boston in Israel Inc. says it provides financial support to Jewish religious and educational institutions in the United States and Israel. Jewish Heritage Movement Inc. describes its work as providing outreach to young adults through information, social and cultural events, and discussions about Jewish heritage.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 11 grants totaling $279,900. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $60,000, with a median of $20,700. The largest grants included $60,000 to Mekusharim Inc., $45,000 to Chabad University of Alabama, $37,800 to Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Inc., $30,000 to Atlanta Scholars Kollell, and $25,000 to American Friends of Meorot Yerushalayim. Each was listed for “support of programs.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Jake F. Aronov is listed as Chairman of the Board of Directors on the 2025 filing.
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation is led by Jake F. Aronov, Chairman of Board of Director on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jake F. Aronov
Chairman of Board of Director
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation
How much does The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation gave $280K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $3.1M across 23 grants.
What is The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $20,700, and its average grant was $25,445, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's top state is Georgia, with 43% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (34%) and Alabama (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (3 grants) and Brooklyn, NY (2 grants).
Does The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support of Programs" (11 grants).
Who are The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Mekusharim Inc ($60,000), Chabad University of Alabama ($45,000) and Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Inc ($37,800), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation reported $13.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $357K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $608K (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.
What does The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grantees included organizations with varied missions. Birthright Israel Foundation says it raises funds to support educational trips to Israel for young Jewish adults. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 63-1215344. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 17, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 4, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 10, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles supports human services, health, education, Jewish life, arts and culture, Israel-related work, and nonprofit capacity and capital projects, with a focus on Los Angeles and also giving in Israel and beyond. Its 2024 itemized grants had a median of $25,000, though amounts varied widely. General Community grants are by invitation only and do not accept unsolicited applications; current procedures should be verified.
Assets
$1.2B
Grants
1,063
Total Given
$142.2M
FJC
New York, NY
FJC supports nonprofits and fiscally sponsored charitable projects across areas including arts, education, social services, health, religion, and the environment, with grantmaking concentrated in New York and also reaching other U.S. states. In 2025, grants had a median of $17,200 and ranged from $5,040 to $2.8 million. The profile does not state whether FJC accepts unsolicited grant requests.
Assets
$462.3M
Grants
747
Total Given
$41.7M
The Margaret and Daniel Loeb Foundation
New York, NY
The foundation supports a varied mix of education, Jewish community organizations, and educational media, with 2024 grants ranging from $1,000 to $3.65 million and a median of $25,000. Most funding went to organizations in New York and Rhode Island. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$167.4M
Grants
146
Total Given
$16.2M
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Inc
North Bethesda, MD
The Federation funds Jewish communal organizations and programs, including services for people in need, Jewish learning and engagement, youth and family programs, inclusion, community security, and work connecting the region with Israel and Jewish communities abroad. In 2025 it made 360 grants, with a median award of $20,000; grants ranged from $5,001 to $3.3 million, primarily supporting organizations in Greater Washington as well as national and international partners. It issues requests for proposals when opportunities are available; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited funding requests.
Assets
$388.5M
Grants
360
Total Given
$34.1M
Greater Miami Jewish Federation Inc
Miami, FL
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation funds human services, Jewish education and identity, community-building, and overseas programs, primarily supporting Jewish communities and people in need in Miami, Israel, and elsewhere. Its 2025 grants had a median of $22,348, while its competitive Jewish Incubator Grants generally range from $2,500 to $10,000; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$549.5M
Grants
386
Total Given
$59.4M
Associated Jewish Charities of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
Associated Jewish Charities of Baltimore supports Jewish life and related charitable, educational, religious, health, humanitarian, cultural, and social-service needs in Baltimore, nationally, in Israel, and worldwide. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,020 to $15.25 million, with a median of $18,750; the profile describes specific funding opportunities and donor-advised fund recommendations but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$446.7M
Grants
515
Total Given
$53.0M
More similar funders
More Funders in Alabama
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-jake-aronov-charitable-foundation-morg_fe40e3c00d8d46db8c82f6c637e4d236
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_631215344_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/the-jake-aronov-charitable-foundation-morg_fe40e3c00d8d46db8c82f6c637e4d236},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-15. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
The Jake Aronov Charitable Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?