The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation is a private foundation in Redwood City, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $760,817 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $170,923. 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$760,817
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$170,923
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $458,670 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $458,670 | 16 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $760,817 | 26 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Bradford & Lauren Koenig 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 The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $421,062 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $294,755 |
| Nevada | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of Dartmouth College | Koenig Family Scholarship Fund | $170,923 |
| Darthmouth | Bradford Koenig 1980 Fund for the Kirsten and Eugene F. "Buddy" Teevens '79 Center for Peak Performance | $123,832 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | To provide families with housing, meal, and emotional support programs designed to help them cope with the emotional and financial burdens of having a child in the hospital. | $101,162 |
| Alzheimer's Association | to provide vital care and support programs for people affected by Alzheimer's and advance critical research aimed at finding methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure for this devastating disease. | $82,500 |
| LiveMoves | To help solve local homelessness | $55,000 |
| East Palo Alto Academy Foundation | Unrestricted | $43,000 |
| Stanford University | The Stanford Fund | $25,000 |
| Glenbrook Underground | To help NV Energy move electric and communications utilities underground, to increase safety through eliminating fire risk from suspended electrical wiring that runs throughout the community. | $20,000 |
| Stanford University | The Haas Public Service Center | $15,000 |
| US Naval Academy | Water Polo Excellence Fund | $15,000 |
| Edify | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | Youth sports for young people and their communities | $10,000 |
| Epacenter | Help youth learn from professional artists and innovators, learn the skills necessary for them to become creators and leaders. | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | The Graduate School of Education Fund | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | The Research Fund for Dr. Safwan Jaradeh | $10,000 |
| Stanford | The Buck / Cardinal Club Fund | $9,800 |
| Stanford University | The First Generation Low- Income Endowed Opportunity Fund | $5,600 |
| Little Wishes | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Family Reach Foundation | Financial Support for Families Facing Cancer | $5,000 |
| The Kelsey | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The League to Save Lake Tahoe | Combat pollution from litter, automobile traffic and congestion. Tackle the threat of aquatic invasive species. Build Lake Tahoe's resilience to the effects of climate change. | $5,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools | Sophie's Scholars Program | $5,000 |
| US Olympic & Paralympic Foundation | To benefit the physical, mental and emotional well-being of Team USA athletes | $5,000 |
| Augies Quest CURE ALS | To help fund innovative research to find effective treatments and ultimately a cure for this ALS. | $5,000 |
| Lemo | To provide each Student-athlete with the best possible opportunity through sports, education, and community. | $5,000 |
| Stanford University | The Mental Health and Well Being Innovation Fund | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradford Koenig
- Lauren Koenig
Questions people ask
Does The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation give?
$760,817 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bradford Koenig (Trustee--As Needed) and Lauren Koenig (Trustee--As Needed).
What does The Bradford & Lauren Koenig Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and housing and homelessness.