The James W Pickle
The James W Pickle is a private foundation, based in Sioux Falls, SD. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $279K. Net investment income was $567K.
The James W Pickle at a glance
In short: The James W Pickle gave $279K across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $40K), top state Tennessee. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $279,283
- +55.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -41.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $39,898
- +166.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $35,000
- Total assets
- $3,607,525
- +7.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Tennessee (43% 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 The James W Pickle funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cochlear Americas ($97K). Together the top 7 received $279K.
Grant Size Distribution
56 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 51 grants of 56 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The James W Pickle gives
- Giving grew 39% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 221% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 $180K (2023) to $279K (2024). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $279K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cochlear Americas Lone Tree, CO | Cochlear Processor/Implant Device | $97,283 |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Mission & Ministry Nashville, TN | Dental and Vision Funding | $60,000 |
| Shriner's Hospitals Lexington, KY | Prosthetics | $40,000 |
| Amputee Blade Runners Nashville, TN | Blades and Socketts | $35,000 |
| Hear Nashville Nashville, TN | Hear AIDS for 25 People | $25,000 |
| Surgery Center of Carmel Carmel, IN | Cochlear Device | $17,000 |
| Miracle Flights Las Vegas, NV | Air and Ground Transportation | $5,000 |
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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 | $3,607,525 | $699,743 | $447,452 | $279,283 | 7 | $349,283 | $566,574 | $158,152 |
| 2023 | $3,356,454 | $297,025 | $344,713 | $179,533 | 12 | $249,533 | $182,474 | $212,792 |
| 2022 | $3,401,626 | $278,135 | $411,171 | $237,997 | 11 | $307,997 | $166,661 | $222,226 |
| 2021 | $3,534,662 | $414,796 | $367,857 | $201,584 | 12 | $271,584 | $344,506 | $247,958 |
| 2020 | $3,487,723 | $167,596 | $399,995 | $230,860 | 14 | — | $74,137 | $218,833 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The James W Pickle reported a distributable amount of $158K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The James W Pickle's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lynne Boone
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$40K (2020) → $40K (2024)
Mariner Trust Company
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$60K (2020) → $40K (2024)
Steve Pickle
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$40K (2020) → $60K (2024)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Lawrence J. Sacks (2020–2022) — President
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $60K, to Steve Pickle (Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The James W Pickle
How much does The James W Pickle give each year?
The James W Pickle gave $279K across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $180K across 12 grants.
What is The James W Pickle's typical grant size?
The James W Pickle's median grant in 2024 was $35,000, and its average grant was $39,898, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The James W Pickle give grants?
The James W Pickle's top state is Tennessee, with 43% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (35%) and Kentucky (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Nashville, TN (3 grants).
Does The James W Pickle give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on The James W Pickle's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The James W Pickle's largest grantees?
The James W Pickle's largest 2024 grantees include Cochlear Americas ($97,283), Ascension Saint Thomas Mission & Ministry ($60,000) and Shriner's Hospitals ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The James W Pickle?
The James W Pickle reported $3.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $349K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $158K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The James W Pickle's EIN?
The James W Pickle's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-0485515. 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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