Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,794 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $6,000. 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$31,794
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$713,665
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,875 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,151 | 12 | $580,225 |
| 2024 | $27,875 | 11 | $647,659 |
| 2025 | $31,794 | 12 | $713,665 |
How to apply
Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation 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 Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $24,754 |
| Michigan | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,040 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Frankenmuth Community Foundation | Support community of frankenmuth michigan | $6,000 |
| Various 501(C)(3) Organizations | Donations to established 501c3 organizations | $5,933 |
| Land Trust of Santa Cruz County | Open space land trust | $3,000 |
| True Connections | Disability services / health support | $3,000 |
| Land Trust of Santa Barbara County | Open space land trust | $2,520 |
| San Francisco Ballet | Arts support | $2,500 |
| Santa Cruz Shakespeare | Arts support | $2,500 |
| Animal Assisted Happiness | Wellness/educational | $2,041 |
| Second Harvest | Food bank | $1,250 |
| Blood Cancer United | Wellness/educational | $1,040 |
| Habitat for Humanity East Bay | Housing support | $1,010 |
| Post | Open space land trust | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah L Schultz
- Gary L Cohen
- Veronika L Cohen
- Joshua R Cohen
- Kevin Keegan
Questions people ask
Does Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation give?
$31,794 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah L Schultz (President), Gary L Cohen (Treasurer/Secretary), Veronika L Cohen (Succesor Director) and Joshua R Cohen (Succesor Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cohen-Schultz Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and arts and culture.