The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. In 2020, it made grants to charitable organizations, with most grant dollars going to recipients in Montana.
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation gave $36K across 28 grants in 2020 (avg $1K), mostly in Montana. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $35,900
- Grants made (2020)
- 28
- Average grant
- $1,282
- Median grant
- $850
- Primary geography
- Montana (94% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Jesse A Cole MD 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: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-1377
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Butte Emergency Food Bank ($4K). Together the top 10 received $22K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 28 grants of 28 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Montana. The remaining shares went to recipients in Maryland (2%), Idaho (2%), and North Carolina (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 28 grants totaling $36K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Butte Emergency Food Bank Butte, MT | General & Unrestricted | $3,700 |
| Butte Rescue Mission Butte, MT | General & Unrestricted | $3,700 |
| Anaconda Community Foundation Inc Anaconda, MT | General & Unrestricted | $2,350 |
| Butte Amateur Hockey Association Butte, MT | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Anaconda Ministerial Project Care Anaconda, MT | General & Unrestricted | $1,700 |
| Beaverhead Community Food Pantry Inc Dillon, MT | General & Unrestricted | $1,700 |
| Community Hospital of Anaconda Anaconda, MT | General & Unrestricted | $1,700 |
| Deer Lodge Food Pantry Deer Lodge, MT | Powell County Food Pantry | $1,700 |
| Jefferson Valley Museum Inc Whitehall, MT | General & Unrestricted | $1,650 |
| Barrett Hospital Foundation Inc Dillon, MT | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $-2,508 | $44,803 | $35,900 | 28 | $1,760 | $1,793 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2K for 2020 — 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 2020 grants went to organizations whose stated work included food assistance, homelessness services, healthcare, youth ice sports, community philanthropy, domestic violence support, services for people with acquired brain injuries, and arts and music.
For example, Butte Rescue Mission describes its work as providing food, shelter, and clothing to people facing homelessness. Community Hospital of Anaconda says it provides healthcare, while Butte Amateur Hockey Association says it facilitates ice sports for youth in Silver Bow County and surrounding communities.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 28 grants totaling $35,900. Grants ranged from $450 to $3,700, with a median grant of $850. The largest grants included $3,700 each to Butte Emergency Food Bank and Butte Rescue Mission; $2,350 to Anaconda Community Foundation; and $2,000 to Butte Amateur Hockey Association. These grants were designated “General & Unrestricted,” except where another purpose was stated. For example, the $1,700 grant to Deer Lodge Food Pantry was designated for the Powell County Food Pantry.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Jesse A Cole was listed as president, director, and secretary on the 2020 filing.
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation is led by Jesse A Cole, President, Director & Secretary on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Jesse A Cole
President, Director & Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation
How much does The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation gave $36K across 28 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $850, and its average grant was $1,282, across 28 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Montana: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Butte, MT (12 grants), Anaconda, MT (4 grants), Whitehall, MT (3 grants) and Dillon, MT (2 grants).
Does The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 82% of The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (23 of 28) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Butte Emergency Food Bank ($3,700), Butte Rescue Mission ($3,700) and Anaconda Community Foundation Inc ($2,350), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 27% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Jesse A Cole MD 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 ↑
How much is The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Jesse A Cole MD Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-3775027. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Jesse A Cole MD 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.
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