Said Cohen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Said Cohen Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $279,967 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$279,967
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $382,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $274,500 | 5 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $382,000 | 5 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $279,967 | 6 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Said 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 Said Cohen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $179,967 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Society for Technion | Charitable donation | $100,000 |
| Congregation Beth M Hacohen | Charitable donation | $58,000 |
| Loyola Law School | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Museum of Tolerance | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Heritage Pointe | Charitable donation | $15,967 |
| Tustin Chabad | Charitable donation | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew J Cohen
- Peter J Cohen
- Natalie J Cohen
Questions people ask
Does Said Cohen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Said Cohen Foundation give?
$279,967 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Said Cohen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew J Cohen (Cfo and Director), Peter J Cohen (President and Director) and Natalie J Cohen (Secretary and Director).
What does Said Cohen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.