Karmagawa Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Karmagawa Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $414,290 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $317,290. 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$414,290
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$317,290
- Assets$50,512
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $87,827 the year before.
75% 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 | $363,531 | 6 | $14,707 |
| 2024 | $87,827 | 3 | $31,581 |
| 2025 | $414,290 | 4 | $50,512 |
How to apply
Karmagawa 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 Karmagawa Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $317,290 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $32,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bali's Children Project | Program support - new schools | $317,290 |
| Junglekeepers Incorporated | Program support | $40,000 |
| Wildlife Protection Solutions | Two wells, school lunches (imvelo program) | $32,000 |
| Give to Columbia Inc | Fund. Solidaridad por columbia | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jo-Ann Sykes
- Joel Leabman
- Edward Zimmerman
- Mattheau Abad
Questions people ask
Does Karmagawa Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karmagawa Foundation Inc give?
$414,290 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs Karmagawa Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jo-Ann Sykes (President/Acting Treasurer, Director), Joel Leabman (Secretary,director), Edward Zimmerman (Director) and Mattheau Abad (Director).
What does Karmagawa Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.