Kova Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kova Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$324,351
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,000 | 1 | $266,301 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 1 | $346,406 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 1 | $324,351 |
How to apply
Kova 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kova Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation | To further organization's mission | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Emma
- Colby Emma
- Matt Flores
- Ben Buemi
- Kim Gaglia
Questions people ask
Does Kova Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kova Foundation Inc give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kova Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa Emma (Chairwoman), Colby Emma (Secretary), Matt Flores (Director) and Ben Buemi (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kova Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.