Kahn Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kahn Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $831,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $286,500. 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$831,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$286,500
- Assets$19.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $820,500 the year before.
35% 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 | $820,500 | 38 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $831,000 | 20 | $19.4 million |
How to apply
Kahn Charitable 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 Kahn Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $411,000 |
| New York | 8 | $332,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted | $286,500 |
| Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc | Unrestricted | $205,000 |
| University of Wisconsin | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| St Marks School | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Brigham Women's Hospital Development Office | Unrestricted | $39,000 |
| Arizona State University | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Historic New England | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Museum of African American History | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Washington Square Park Conservancy | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Angell Memorial Animal Hospital | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of Boston | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Chamber Music Society | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Collegiate School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kids Cooking for Life | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Isabella Gardner Museum | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Yydc Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Asia Society | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Manhatten Theatre Club | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| New York City Ballet | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Mallon Co Forvis Mazars
- Cibc National Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Kahn Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kahn Charitable Foundation give?
$831,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Kahn Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Mallon Co Forvis Mazars (Trustee) and Cibc National Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Kahn Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.