Karnell Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Karnell Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $517,744 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$517,744
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,500
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,293 the year before.
62% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $204,649 | 29 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $155,293 | 18 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $517,744 | 24 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Karnell Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Karnell Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Arizona. It also paid $1,897 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 14 | $152,135 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $66,666 |
| Missouri | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $29,548 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,998 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Moore Society | General assistance | $100,500 |
| Rose Community Foundation | General assistance | $66,666 |
| Individual | Assistance with the homeless and needy | $50,000 |
| Duke University Foundation | General assistance | $50,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $38,385 |
| Jewish National Fund | General fund contribution for the preservation of the people of israel | $30,000 |
| Mission of Mercy | General fund | $29,548 |
| The Jewish Federation | General fund | $25,750 |
| Cteen of the Valley | General fund | $25,000 |
| Coelho Ranch Foundation | General assistance | $25,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $10,998 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | Church general fund | $10,000 |
| American Islamic Forum for Democrac | Promote knowledage and democracy standards | $10,000 |
| Life Choices Womens Clinic | General fund | $10,000 |
| Phoenix Childrens Hospital | General fund assistance | $10,000 |
| Djmi-Arizona Inc | Land purchase fund | $5,000 |
| Most Holy Trinity Church | Church general fund | $5,000 |
| St Simon and Jude Cathedral | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mens Academy | General fund | $5,000 |
| Harry Perkins Institute of Med Res | Assistance in caring for cancer patients | $1,897 |
| Society of Our Lady Trinity | General fund | $1,000 |
| San Francisco de Asis Parish | General fund | $1,000 |
| Holy Trinity Catholic Newman Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Holy Spiri | General funds assistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerrold B Karnell
- Jean M Karnell
Questions people ask
Does Karnell Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karnell Foundation Inc give?
$517,744 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Karnell Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jerrold B Karnell (Trustee) and Jean M Karnell (Trustee).
What does Karnell Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.