Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Myers, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $915,630 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $460,000. 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$915,630
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$460,000
- Assets$22.4 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $740,944 the year before.
15% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $812,250 | 17 | $22.1 million |
| 2022 | $990,750 | 21 | $16.4 million |
| 2023 | $949,886 | 20 | $17.9 million |
| 2024 | $740,944 | 19 | $20.8 million |
| 2025 | $915,630 | 20 | $22.4 million |
How to apply
Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation 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 Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $852,420 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $24,000 |
| New York | 1 | $7,260 |
| Florida | 3 | $6,950 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Muny | General fund | $460,000 |
| St Louis Zoo | General fund | $200,000 |
| St Louis Botanical Gardens | General fund | $150,000 |
| California State University Fresno | Armenian studies program | $25,000 |
| Holy Virgin Mary & Shoghagat Armenian Church | General fund | $24,000 |
| Vianney High School | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Dominic High School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Armenian Church Endowment Fund | General fund | $7,260 |
| St Columbkille Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Webster University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Sacred Heart | General fund | $5,000 |
| Special Education Foundation | General fund | $3,600 |
| Dance St Louis | General fund | $2,000 |
| St Louis Art Museum | General fund | $2,000 |
| The Sheldon Concert Hall | General fund | $2,000 |
| Most Scared Heart Church | General fund | $1,320 |
| East Central College Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Project Dentist Care | General fund | $1,000 |
| Southwest FL Junior Golf Association | General fund | $950 |
| Pedal the Cause | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tony Kooyumjian
- Niki Tedoni
- Cindy Kooyumjian
Questions people ask
Does Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation give?
$915,630 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tony Kooyumjian (President), Niki Tedoni (Treasurer) and Cindy Kooyumjian (Secretary).
What does Thomas A Kooyumjian Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.