Jerry Cohen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerry Cohen Foundation is a private foundation in Gold River, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$930,260
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $76,500 | 9 | $876,592 |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 5 | $906,366 |
| 2025 | $83,000 | 8 | $930,260 |
How to apply
Jerry Cohen 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 Jerry Cohen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $63,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center Foundation | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| Bay Area Discovery Museum | Engineering class | $15,000 |
| Lindsey Wildlife Experience | Wildlife hospital | $10,000 |
| Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption | Adoption | $10,000 |
| Livermore Area Rec and Park Distric | Wildlife | $8,000 |
| Larpd Sycamore Grove Park | Instructional programs | $5,000 |
| Bloomfield Hills Schools | Education | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Kindergarten Society | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelly Danner
- Daniel Baldini
- Michael Cohen
- Steven Cohen
- Ashlee Hawkins
Questions people ask
Does Jerry Cohen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerry Cohen Foundation give?
$83,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Jerry Cohen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shelly Danner (Director), Daniel Baldini (President/Di), Michael Cohen (Director) and Steven Cohen (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jerry Cohen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.