Kornwasser Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kornwasser Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $198,650 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,200 and the largest $51,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$198,650
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,200
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $381,870 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $404,270 | 33 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $381,870 | 24 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $198,650 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Kornwasser 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 Kornwasser Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $142,450 |
| California | 4 | $20,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of United Hatzalah | General | $51,000 |
| Gemilos Chasodim Chasdei Moshe | General | $44,600 |
| Mikvah Yisroel | General | $20,000 |
| Boca Jewish Center Inc | General | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | General | $12,500 |
| Chai Lifeline | General | $10,000 |
| Laniado Development Fund Inc | General | $10,000 |
| One Family | General | $7,200 |
| Rabbinical College of Teishi | General | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles | General | $5,000 |
| Chinuch Yehudi | General | $3,600 |
| Nshei Bobov DBA Tov Vichesed | General | $3,600 |
| Kollel Yechiel Yehuda | General | $3,600 |
| Emes | General | $1,800 |
| Mosdos Chasidei Square | General use | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Kornwasser
- Judy Moskovits
Questions people ask
Does Kornwasser Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kornwasser Charitable Foundation give?
$198,650 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,200.
Who runs Kornwasser Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Kornwasser (President) and Judy Moskovits (Secretary).
What does Kornwasser Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.