The Kassouf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kassouf Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,375 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $2,000. 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$12,375
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,130 the year before.
24% 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 | $10,570 | 26 | $349,266 |
| 2024 | $12,130 | 43 | $0 |
| 2025 | $12,375 | 47 | $0 |
How to apply
The Kassouf 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 Kassouf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $2,650 |
| Texas | 5 | $1,800 |
| California | 8 | $1,500 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $850 |
| Virginia | 5 | $700 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $700 |
| Georgia | 2 | $700 |
| Oregon | 3 | $675 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $600 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $450 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Health Care | $2,000 |
| Individual | Social Welfare | $1,000 |
| Southwest Indian Foundation | Public Welfare | $600 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Public Welfare | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Support | $400 |
| Boys Town | Support | $400 |
| Heifer International | Public Welfare | $300 |
| Covenant House | Public Welfare | $250 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Support | $250 |
| International Funds for Animal Welf | Support | $250 |
| AdoptaPlatoon | Support | $250 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission | Support | $250 |
| Individual | Housing Assistance | $200 |
| Disabled American Vets | Veteran Programs | $200 |
| Boys Town | Child Welfare | $200 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Support | $200 |
| The Salvation Army | Public Welfare | $200 |
| American Indian College Fund | Support | $200 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Support | $200 |
| Individual | Support | $200 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support | $200 |
| Student Conservation Association | Support | $200 |
| Oxfam | Support | $200 |
| MAP International | Support | $200 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | Support | $200 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | Support | $200 |
| Individual | Support | $200 |
| Individual | Support | $200 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Support | $200 |
| Individual | Support | $200 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Support | $200 |
| Americares | Support | $200 |
| Individual | Support | $175 |
| The Trust for Public Land | Public Welfare | $150 |
| Individual | Public Welfare | $150 |
| Individual | Support | $150 |
| TechnoServe | Support | $150 |
| American Farmland Trust | Support | $150 |
| United Nations High Commissioner fo | Support | $150 |
| Amnesty International | Support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Joyce E Kassouf
- Elias N Kassouf
- Alexander G Kassouf
Questions people ask
Does The Kassouf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kassouf Foundation give?
$12,375 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Kassouf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joyce E Kassouf (Director), Elias N Kassouf (Director) and Alexander G Kassouf (Director).
What does The Kassouf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and international.