The Koll Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Koll Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,671 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,171. 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$92,671
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,171
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $45,000 | 19 | $910,738 |
| 2024 | $49,500 | 23 | $986,540 |
| 2025 | $92,671 | 29 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Koll 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 Koll Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 10 | $32,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $22,171 |
| Utah | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 4 | $9,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Park Trust | General support | $15,171 |
| Rising Star Outreach | General support | $10,000 |
| Propublica | General support | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $5,000 |
| Reporters Committee | General support | $5,000 |
| Democracy Forward | General support | $5,000 |
| Crew | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General support | $3,000 |
| International Rescue | General support | $3,000 |
| National Homelessness Law Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Advocacy in the field of reproductive health | $3,000 |
| The Ground Truth Project | General support | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Alzheimer research | $2,000 |
| Bread for the City | General support | $2,000 |
| Capital Area Foodbank | General support | $2,000 |
| Carter Center (Democracy Program) | General support | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Affordable housing assistance | $2,000 |
| Lutheran Immigration & Refugee Services | General support | $2,000 |
| Maryland Casa Association | General support | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | Impoverished children's fund | $2,000 |
| Some | Food for the homeless | $2,000 |
| Miriam's Kitchen | General support | $2,000 |
| Feeding America | General support | $2,000 |
| Invisible People | General support | $1,000 |
| Mary House | Homeless & battered women's shelter | $1,000 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Fighting hate and bigotry | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support | $1,000 |
| Syracuse University - Maxwell | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Koll
- Pamela Fessler
Questions people ask
Does The Koll Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Koll Family Foundation give?
$92,671 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Koll Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Koll (Trustee) and Pamela Fessler (Trustee).
What does The Koll Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, health and human services.