Charles D. Jacobus Family Foundation General Operating Grants

The Charles D. Jacobus Family Foundation provides general operating grants to organizations located in Milwaukee County, focusing on the healthy development of children. Eligible programs include prevention initiatives, positive youth activities, and family strengthening efforts. The foundation prioritizes community-based solutions that engage families and promote child welfare. Grants also support research evaluating the impact of welfare reforms on local children. Organizations must align with the Foundation's commitment to nurturing children's physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth.

NOTE: Only organizations that have received funding from us will be considered.
They are based on the positive aspects of the family and work to enhance the strengths of a family by sharing with them resources in the community.ResearchWe will consider funding research that accurately evaluates what is happening with Milwaukee's children due to welfare reform, the reform of the child welfare system or the economic downturn.
We will also fund general operating support for your organization as long as the mission of your organization fits in with our Healthy Children’s Initiative.

Eligibility

City of Milwaukee organizations only – must be located and based in the City of Milwaukee.

Ineligibility

The Foundation will not consider requests for funding to benefit individuals, religious or political organizations, travel, legislative or lobbying activities, tuition or scholarships, or staff seminars. Additionally, the Foundation will not sponsor events, benefits, competitions, parades or camps.