The Coblens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Coblens Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $50,000 | 5 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 5 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 6 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Coblens 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Humanitarian assistance | $15,000 |
| International Rescue Comm | Humanitarian assistance | $10,000 |
| Danceart | Kimiko guthrie/ dandelion dancetheater | $10,000 |
| Migrant Clinicians Network | Humanitarian assistance | $10,000 |
| UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital | Humanitarian assistance | $10,000 |
| Crowden Center for Music | Music pathways scholarship program | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue Coblens Young
- Orion J Young
- Malcolm Easton
Questions people ask
Does The Coblens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Coblens Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Coblens Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue Coblens Young (President), Orion J Young (Vice President) and Malcolm Easton (Secretary).