The Koski Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Koski Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $437,062 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$437,062
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $331,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $301,000 | 18 | $5.3 million |
| 2023 | $331,000 | 19 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $437,062 | 24 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
The Koski Family 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 The Koski Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 19 | $401,762 |
| New York | 3 | $20,300 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hermitage Artist Retreat | Support The Hermitage Artist Retreat - underwrite two Kennedy Center residences $20,000Collabrative Initiative $30,000 | $50,000 |
| Ringling College of Art Design | For the support of Youth Experiencing Art and the education and Koski Scholarship Fund | $50,000 |
| Educational Foundation of Sarasota | Third year of three year Pledge--Student Success Program | $40,000 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | Support 2025 Sarasota Youth Persons Concerts | $25,000 |
| Selby Botanical Gardens | Third year of three year pledge--Education and Outreach | $25,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Sarasota | Great Futures Summer Academy | $25,000 |
| Mote Marine | Second of two year pledge--Mote Marine Creation of Teacher Development | $21,000 |
| University of South Florida Foundat | Third Year of Five year pledge--Engineering 2+2 Program | $20,000 |
| Suncoast Science Center Inc | Second year of two year pledge--Student Proposals and Education Committee | $20,000 |
| Project 180 | Strong voices Lecture Series $5,000;First Week Out $5,000; Residential $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Library Foundation of Sarasota Coun | Purchaase of one year subscription to ABC Mouse Home Access for Libraries | $15,762 |
| St Lawrence University | Support St. Lawrence University scholarships | $15,000 |
| Pines of Sarasota | Second of three year pledge PCA & CAN Educational Program | $15,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | Support of Youth Education Program | $15,000 |
| University of South Florida WSMR | First year of 5 year pledge of $75,000 for classical Music for Everyone | $15,000 |
| Wedu | PBS Education Outreach | $10,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Support Dartmouth scholarships | $10,000 |
| Take Stock In Children | Support Mentoring and Purchase of One STARS Prepaid College scholarship | $10,000 |
| Easter Seals Southwest Florida | Support Easter Seals Academy | $10,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Support Mission during Government Shutdown | $10,000 |
| Colgate University | Support Colgate University scholarships | $5,000 |
| Ohio Weslyan University | Support Ohio Wesleyan University Department of Education, Middle Childhood Licensure Program | $5,000 |
| The Florida Orchestra | Second year of two year pledge--Community Outreach | $5,000 |
| American Society of Mechanical Engi | Wine Sponsorship for Koski Medal Diner | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory C Yadley Esq
- Beverly L Koski
- Robert C Koski
- Christine L Koski
- Thomas L Koski
Questions people ask
Does The Koski Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Koski Family Foundation Inc give?
$437,062 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Koski Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory C Yadley Esq (Director), Beverly L Koski (Vice President), Robert C Koski (Treasurer) and Christine L Koski (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Koski Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.