The John J and Lillian M Taylor
The John J and Lillian M Taylor is a private foundation based in Jupiter, Florida. In its 2024 filing, it reported 28 grants totaling $269,073 to charitable organizations.
The John J and Lillian M Taylor at a glance
In short: The John J and Lillian M Taylor gave $269K across 28 grants in 2024 (avg $10K), top state Florida. 50% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $269,073
- -11.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- +47.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $9,610
- -40.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $2,849,553
- +8.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 50% first-time grantees (14 of 28, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Florida (45% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The John J and Lillian M Taylor
- 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: 655 N A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477
Phone: (561) 354-2900
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The John J and Lillian M Taylor funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Hearing Ovarian Cancer ($24K). Together the top 10 received $149K.
Grant Size Distribution
119 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 109 grants of 119 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Florida organizations received 45% of grant dollars, Rhode Island 20%, New York 17%, Massachusetts 12%, and Montana 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The John J and Lillian M Taylor open to new grantees?
50%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 28 grantees (50%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $12K. How we count
Medians: $7K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 43% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−12%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 153% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $269K (2024) to $483K (2022). In 2024 it made 28 grants totaling $269K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hearing Ovarian Cancer Jupiter, FL | Cancer Research | $24,000 |
| Naples Children & Education Foundation Naples, FL | Assist Children in Need | $23,000 |
| Newport Hospital Foundation Newport, RI | Health Issues | $20,000 |
| Hope for Depression Research Foundation New York, NY | Medical Research | $15,000 |
| The Preservation Society of Newport County Newport, RI | Historic Preservation | $13,200 |
| Pan Mass Challenge Needham, MA | Medical Research and Treatment | $13,000 |
| Cox Science Center and Aquarium West Palm Beach, FL | Education | $11,000 |
| Boston College Athletics Chestnut Hill, MA | Education | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Lee County Lehigh Acres, FL | Assist Children in Need | $10,000 |
| Fish and Wildlife Foundation Tallahassee, FL | Fish and Wildlife Conservation | $10,000 |
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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 | $2,849,553 | $501,614 | $302,422 | $269,073 | 28 | $269,177 | $227,190 | $175,589 |
| 2023 | $2,635,361 | $356,861 | $327,162 | $305,016 | 19 | $305,179 | $334,878 | $157,105 |
| 2022 | $2,670,662 | $582,372 | $510,713 | $483,051 | 31 | $483,651 | $55,310 | $151,656 |
| 2021 | $2,534,003 | $258,917 | $336,329 | $307,082 | 20 | $307,082 | $258,917 | $167,593 |
| 2020 | $2,611,415 | $489,678 | $343,383 | $314,942 | 21 | — | $166,046 | $138,374 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The John J and Lillian M Taylor reported a distributable amount of $176K for 2024 — 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 grants show support for a range of charitable activities. For example, Naples Children Foundation describes its mission as investing in programs for vulnerable children in Collier County, including in education and healthcare. Newport Hospital Foundation says it coordinates fundraising for comprehensive health care services in southern Rhode Island. The Preservation Society of Newport County describes its mission as protecting, preserving, and presenting historic house museums and landscapes.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 28 grants totaling $269,073. Grant amounts ranged from $1,023 to $24,000, with a median of $10,000.
Among the largest reported grants were $24,000 to Hearing Ovarian Cancer for cancer research; $23,000 to Naples Children & Education Foundation to assist children in need; $20,000 to Newport Hospital Foundation for health issues; and $15,000 to Hope for Depression Research Foundation for medical research. Other notable grants included $13,200 to The Preservation Society of Newport County for historic preservation and $13,000 to Pan Mass Challenge for medical research and treatment.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists John J Taylor III, Eduarda M Taylor, and Stuart M Cable as trustees.
The John J and Lillian M Taylor's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Eduarda M. Taylor
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
John J. Taylor III
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Stuart M. Cable
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 The John J and Lillian M Taylor
How much does The John J and Lillian M Taylor give each year?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor gave $269K across 28 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $305K across 19 grants.
What is The John J and Lillian M Taylor's typical grant size?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $9,610, across 28 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The John J and Lillian M Taylor that year got $7K on average.
Where does The John J and Lillian M Taylor give grants?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor's top state is Florida, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Rhode Island (20%) and New York (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (6 grants), Newport, RI (4 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (4 grants) and Palm Beach, FL (3 grants).
Does The John J and Lillian M Taylor give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on The John J and Lillian M Taylor's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (4 grants), "Assist Children in Need" (3 grants) and "Medical Research" (3 grants).
Who are The John J and Lillian M Taylor's largest grantees?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor's largest 2024 grantees include Hearing Ovarian Cancer ($24,000), Naples Children & Education Foundation ($23,000) and Newport Hospital Foundation ($20,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The John J and Lillian M Taylor?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor reported $2.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $269K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $176K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The John J and Lillian M Taylor fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for a range of charitable activities. For example, Naples Children Foundation describes its mission as investing in programs for vulnerable children in Collier County, including in education and healthcare. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The John J and Lillian M Taylor?
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 John J and Lillian M Taylor's EIN?
The John J and Lillian M Taylor's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-6816680. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The John J and Lillian M Taylor 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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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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