Kos Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kos Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $78,500. 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$108,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$78,500
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $87,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $50,000 | 6 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $87,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $108,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Kos Family 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 Kos Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $98,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TGR Foundation | Public welfare | $78,500 |
| Got Chaos | Public welfare | $10,000 |
| Theatre for Children Inc | Public welfare | $10,000 |
| Youth on Course | Public welfare | $5,000 |
| De la Salle High School | Public welfare | $2,500 |
| Movember Foundation | Public welfare | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano | Public welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vojin Kos
- Holly Kos
Questions people ask
Does Kos Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kos Family Foundation give?
$108,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kos Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vojin Kos (Trustee) and Holly Kos (Trustee).
What does Kos Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.