The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,260 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$45,260
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$986,726
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,985 the year before.
60% 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 | $40,293 | 10 | $894,996 |
| 2024 | $44,985 | 11 | $942,497 |
| 2025 | $45,260 | 10 | $986,726 |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Axelrod 1467 Council Bluff Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30345 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (770) 595-9292 |
| What to submit | Written statement |
| Restrictions | Must be a 501(c)(3) organization |
What The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8 | $35,010 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Home Life Communities | General support | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family & Career Services | General support | $10,360 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | General support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta | General support | $5,580 |
| Southern Jewish Resource Network | General support | $1,500 |
| Creating Connected Communities | General support | $1,000 |
| Backpack Buddies of Metro Atlanta | General support | $1,000 |
| Congregation or Veshalom | General support | $320 |
| Happy Tails | General support | $250 |
| Time Served | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill Cohen
- Michael E Axelrod
- Michael Merlin
Questions people ask
Does The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$45,260 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jill Cohen (Ceo), Michael E Axelrod (Cfo) and Michael Merlin (Secretary).
What does The Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.