Donald L Koch Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Donald L Koch Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Amelia Island, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$158,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $247,000 the year before.
43% 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 | $176,000 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $247,000 | 8 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $158,000 | 7 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Donald L Koch Charitable Trust 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 Donald L Koch Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $90,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity College | To further college's objectives | $90,000 |
| Pace Academy | To further organization's objectives | $45,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist | To further organization's objectives | $10,000 |
| Emory University | To further college's objectives | $10,000 |
| Christian Science House at Chautauqua | To further organization's objectives | $1,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | To further organization's objectives | $1,000 |
| Longyear Museum | To further organization's objectives | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald L Koch
- Christina K Koch
- Christian G Koch
Questions people ask
Does Donald L Koch Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald L Koch Charitable Trust give?
$158,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Donald L Koch Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald L Koch (Donor-Advisory Comm), Christina K Koch (Trustee-Advisory Comm) and Christian G Koch (Trustee-Advisory Comm).
What does Donald L Koch Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.