Koca Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Koca Foundation is a private foundation in Redondo Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,848 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,562 and the largest $20,000. 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$34,848
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,562
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$754,166
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $20,000 | 1 | $572,049 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 2 | $562,324 |
| 2025 | $34,848 | 4 | $754,166 |
How to apply
Koca 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 Koca Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $24,848 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Our Rescue | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Project Angel Food | Charitable | $3,123 |
| Project Angel Food | Charitable | $1,725 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Koca
- Elaine Scott
- Erin Maierle
Questions people ask
Does Koca Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Koca Foundation give?
$34,848 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,562.
Who runs Koca Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Koca (Ceo), Elaine Scott (Cfo) and Erin Maierle (Secretary).
What does Koca Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.