The Copen Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Copen Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Santa Rosa, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $380,072 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $160,000. 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$380,072
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $211,464 the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 | $211,464 | 42 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $380,072 | 39 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
The Copen Family Foundation Inc 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 Copen Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $2,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $260,000 |
| New York | 13 | $62,756 |
| California | 12 | $37,224 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,141 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,161 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,040 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Service America | Operating support | $160,000 |
| State Voices | Operating support | $100,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Society | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Iearn | Operating support | $12,350 |
| Jewish Family Service | Operating support | $10,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Services | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Mofa Houston | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Redwood Bank | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Nature and Cultural International | Operating support | $4,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Operating support | $3,141 |
| Adl | Operating support | $3,126 |
| Catholic Charities USA | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Providence Memorial Hospital | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Global Fund for Women | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Jgive Friends of Asor Fund USA Inc | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Jiquilisco Bay Alliance | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Yad Ezra | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Kqed | Operating support | $1,160 |
| Ceres | Operating support | $1,061 |
| Alzheimers Association | Operating support | $1,040 |
| The Living Room | Operating support | $1,036 |
| Abortion Fundsorg | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operating support | $1,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | Operating support | $1,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Oxfam America | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Phace Syndrome Organization | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operating support | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Wings Guatemala | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Operating support | $750 |
| Food for Thought | Operating support | $528 |
| Alphabeta | Operating support | $180 |
| Actblue Charities | Operating support | $100 |
| Gift of Life International Inc | Operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Copen
- Karina Copen
- Brent Copen
Questions people ask
Does The Copen Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Copen Family Foundation Inc give?
$380,072 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Copen Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Copen (Director), Karina Copen (Director) and Brent Copen (Director).
What does The Copen Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and international.