Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $142,300 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $20,000. 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$142,300
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was down from $142,700 the year before.
59% 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 | $142,700 | 26 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $142,300 | 34 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Louis J Kuriansky 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 Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $66,100 |
| Connecticut | 9 | $36,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $17,100 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $9,800 |
| California | 2 | $4,300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Idf | Educational scholarships for veterans | $20,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Civil and human rights support | $13,500 |
| Jewish Senior Servicesmozaic Senior Life | Elderly residence support | $12,500 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Educational ecological activities, education for democracy, civil justice, conflict resolution | $12,000 |
| American Friends of the Association for the Advancement of Community Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Stamford High School | Scholarship and program support | $8,000 |
| American Friends of the Parents Circle-Families Forum | General support | $5,000 |
| Bend the Arcjewish Social Justice Roundtable | Domestic civil rights issues | $5,000 |
| Just Vision | To further mission of just vision | $5,000 |
| Project Kesher | Us and israel women's needs | $5,000 |
| Ujf of Greater Stamford New Canaan and Darien Inc | Annual campaign and programs | $5,000 |
| Avodah the Jewish Service Corps Inc | General support | $3,600 |
| Accelerate Change | General support | $3,000 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | Museum collection support | $3,000 |
| Congregation Agudath Sholom | Cas general fund/synagogue support | $2,500 |
| Elevate's Omer Project ( Upstart) | General support | $2,500 |
| Special Education Legal Fund Inc | Needy families' legal support | $2,500 |
| Back to School Shop | School supplies and related items | $2,000 |
| Kids Helping Kids | General support | $2,000 |
| Ms Foundation for Women | General support | $2,000 |
| National Partnership for Women and Families | General support | $2,000 |
| Jews United for Justice | Civil and human rights support | $1,800 |
| Or Halev Foundation | General support | $1,800 |
| National Women's Law Center | General support | $1,600 |
| Mount Kisco Child Care Center | General support | $1,500 |
| T'ruah | General support | $1,500 |
| The Center for Social Leadership | General support | $1,300 |
| Advocates for Human Rights | General support | $1,200 |
| American Jewish World Service | General support | $1,000 |
| Loft Artists Association | Artistic and cultural support | $1,000 |
| Many Hands | General support | $1,000 |
| Southern Vision Alliance | General support | $1,000 |
| Stamford Art Association | Artistic and cultural support | $1,000 |
| Lillith Magazine | Women's programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Backer
- Joyce B Shapiro
- Joan Kuriansky
- Sary Backer
Questions people ask
Does Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc give?
$142,300 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Backer (President), Joyce B Shapiro (Secretary & Treasurer), Joan Kuriansky (Vice-President) and Sary Backer (Director).
What does Louis J Kuriansky Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.