Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation is a private foundation in Weston, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $233,655 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 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$233,655
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $141,972 the year before.
46% of its 2025 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 | $158,600 | 8 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $141,972 | 11 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $233,655 | 13 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Kontogouris-Djokic 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 Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 7 | $19,630 |
| Iowa | 1 | $13,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Civic | $100,000 |
| Virginia Tech | Civic | $75,000 |
| Northeastern University | Civic | $25,000 |
| Young Life Foundation | Civic | $13,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Civic | $10,600 |
| Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital | Civic | $5,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | Civic | $1,750 |
| American Friends of the Athens Jewish Museum | Civic | $1,000 |
| BCRD | Civic | $1,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Church | Civic | $1,000 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | Civic | $180 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Civic | $100 |
| Yosemites Conservatory | Civic | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Venetia Kontogouris
- Erik G Djokic
Questions people ask
Does Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation give?
$233,655 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Venetia Kontogouris (Trustee) and Erik G Djokic (Manager).
What does Kontogouris-Djokic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and arts and culture.