The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beltsville, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 48 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$60.5 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $2.4 million | 118 | $49.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 48 | $60.5 million |
How to apply
The Ryna and Melvin Cohen 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 Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $1.4 million |
| California | 3 | $925,500 |
| District of Columbia | 17 | $319,431 |
| Maryland | 8 | $72,091 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $7,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JP Morgan - Cohen Family Fund | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $1.3 million |
| San Francisco Jewish Community Federation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $900,000 |
| The John F Kennedy DC | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $124,000 |
| Capital Jewish Museum | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $105,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Bender JCC of Greater Washington | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $27,500 |
| SP National Links | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Stanford University Development Services | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Makom | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Chris Long Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Save A Child's Heart | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The Washington Institute | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Athletes for Hope | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $7,591 |
| Active Minds | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| The Defiant Requiem Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Network for Good | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Althzeimer's Drug Discovery Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Cal Ripken Sr Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Circuit Arts | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Friends of Cancer Research | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Georgetown University | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Higher Achievement | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Relation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| John Hopkins University Medicine | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Josh Freeman Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Bank Lift Certificate Retail Store | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Scotland AME Zion Church 2nd Century Project | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Man in the Glass Initiative | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Adas Israel Congregation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $4,341 |
| Edlavitch Jewish Community | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Chasing Hope Luncheon | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Davis Phinney Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Easter Seals | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| First Descents | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Runsignup 2 End Cancer | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Vail Veterans Foundation | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Norton Museum of Art | Unrestricted support of the organizations tax exempt purpose | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryna G Cohen
- Neil D Cohen
- Diane C Zack
- Mark L Cohen
- Marcella E Cohen
- Howard B Zack
- Theresa Cohen
- Thea A Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ryna G Cohen (Vice President), Neil D Cohen (President), Diane C Zack (Vice President) and Mark L Cohen (Vice President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Ryna and Melvin Cohen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.