John and Golda Cohen Trust
Preselected recipients only
John and Golda Cohen Trust is a private foundation in Brookline Village, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 87 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$43.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $942,250 | 90 | $27.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 91 | $45.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 87 | $43.1 million |
How to apply
John and Golda Cohen Trust 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 John and Golda Cohen Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $455,300 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $352,100 |
| Massachusetts | 32 | $288,750 |
| Georgia | 18 | $193,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $171,000 |
| New York | 2 | $70,000 |
| California | 2 | $51,400 |
| Maryland | 2 | $17,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $14,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Msi-Us | Donation toGeneralFund | $175,000 |
| Ipas | Donation toGeneralFund | $170,000 |
| Engender Health | Donation to GeneralFund | $170,000 |
| Dave's House | Donation toGeneralFund | $100,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southwest and | Donation toGeneralFund | $80,000 |
| La Amistad Foundation | Donation toHousingFund | $50,000 |
| PCI Media Impact | Donation toGeneralFund | $50,000 |
| Mindful Birthing & Parenting Foundation | Donation toGeneralFund | $43,400 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Donation to GeneralFund | $38,000 |
| Hope Community Center | Donation toGeneralFund | $37,500 |
| Harbor House | Doantion toGeneralFund | $35,000 |
| Transition House | Donation toGeneralFund | $35,000 |
| Food Well Alliance | Donation toGeneralFund | $35,000 |
| Celebrity Series of Boston Inc | Donation toGeneralFund | $31,500 |
| Shepherds' Hope | Donation to GeneralFund | $30,000 |
| Audubon Florida | Donation toGeneralFund | $30,000 |
| Mass Audubon (Wellfeet Bay) | Donation to GeneralFund | $30,000 |
| Georgia Audubon | Donation toGeneralFund | $27,500 |
| Jewish Family & Career Svcs of Atlanta | Donation toGeneralFund | $25,000 |
| Florida Trails Association | Donation toGeneralFund | $22,800 |
| Boston Community Pediatrics | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| The Food Project Inc | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| Trustees of Reservations | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| WBUR Boston University Radio | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| WGBH Educational Foundation | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| Hias | Donation toGeneralFund | $20,000 |
| Trees Atlanta | Donation to GeneralFund | $20,000 |
| A Home for Everyone in DeKalb | Donation toGeneral Fund | $20,000 |
| Umi Feeds | Donation toGeneralFund | $18,000 |
| Adamah | Donation toGeneralFund | $16,000 |
| Healthcare Center for the Homeless | Donation toGeneralFund | $15,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Donation to General Fund | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Donation toGeneralFund | $15,000 |
| Room to Grow | Donation toGeneralFund | $15,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Donation to GeneralFund | $13,500 |
| University Unitarian Universalist Society | Donation toGeneralFund | $10,000 |
| Congregation Bet Haverim | Donation to GeneralFund | $8,500 |
| Filipino Commuity Dev Corporation | Donation to GeneralFund | $8,000 |
| Courageous Sailing | Donation toGeneralFund | $8,000 |
| Georgia Conservancy | Donation toGeneralFund | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Ann Cohen
- Richard S Cohen
- Jolyon Ellis Cowan
- Vanessa Trien
- Richard Stone
- Ben Barwick
- Freedom David
Questions people ask
Does John and Golda Cohen Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Golda Cohen Trust give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John and Golda Cohen Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Ann Cohen (Trustee), Richard S Cohen (Trustee), Jolyon Ellis Cowan (Trustee) and Vanessa Trien (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does John and Golda Cohen Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and food and hunger.