The Kabacoff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kabacoff Family Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $291,500 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $31,000. 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$291,500
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $367,084 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $367,084 | 53 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $291,500 | 40 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
The Kabacoff 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 The Kabacoff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $104,000 |
| Texas | 15 | $99,500 |
| New York | 4 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $7,500 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Community Foundation | Program support | $31,000 |
| Greater New Orleans Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Program support | $20,000 |
| Youth Launch | Program support | $15,000 |
| Youth Empowerment Project | Program support | $15,000 |
| New Orleans National Vodou Day | Program support | $15,000 |
| Breakthrough of Central Texas | Program support | $10,000 |
| Sims-Fayola Foundation Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Program support | $10,000 |
| Good Food Institute | Program support | $10,000 |
| Social Entrepreneurs of No | Program support | $10,000 |
| Dillard University | Program support | $10,000 |
| Hri Community Resources Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Cancer Association of Louisiana | Program support | $7,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater TX Au | Program support | $6,000 |
| ACLU Foundation Inc | Program support | $5,000 |
| Austin PBS - Klru TV | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hope for Haitian Children Foundatio | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| People's Community Clinic | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Posse Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Sato Project | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Mewater Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $3,000 |
| University of Texas - Kut | Program support | $3,000 |
| The Trail Conservancy | Program support | $3,000 |
| Longue Vue House and Gardens Corp | Program support | $2,500 |
| Individual | Program support | $2,500 |
| Waves for Water | Program support | $2,500 |
| Grow Dat Youth Farm | Program support | $2,000 |
| Kmfa | Program support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $1,500 |
| Camp Challenge | Program support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margot K Thomas
- Maurice P Kabacoff
Questions people ask
Does The Kabacoff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kabacoff Family Foundation give?
$291,500 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Kabacoff Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Margot K Thomas (President) and Maurice P Kabacoff (Treasurer).
What does The Kabacoff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and education.