Copaken Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Copaken Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $256,915 in 59 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$256,915
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $376,603 the year before.
25% 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 | $376,603 | 66 | $4,636 |
| 2024 | $256,915 | 59 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Copaken 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 Copaken Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 35 | $186,075 |
| Colorado | 7 | $26,340 |
| New York | 2 | $12,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $7,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 5 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Repertory Theatre | Charitable | $55,000 |
| Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey | Charitable | $25,000 |
| United Way of Greater Kansas City | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Charlotte Street Foundation | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Arts Council | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Aspen Music Festival | Charitable | $8,590 |
| Theatre Aspen | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Theater Communications Group | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | Charitable | $5,500 |
| The Public Theater | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Unicorn Theatre | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Women's Empowerment | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Dept of Development | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Aspen Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Jewel Ball | Charitable | $4,300 |
| Uncornered | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Mission Vision Project | Charitable | $2,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Charitable | $2,000 |
| English in Action | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Kansas City Art Institute | Charitable | $1,800 |
| New Reform Temple | Charitable | $1,725 |
| Midwest Innocence Project | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Theatre Masters | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Arts Engagement Foundation of KC | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Camps for Kids | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community Linc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Coterie Theatre | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Freedom House | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Friends of Chamber Music | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Gordon Parks Elementary School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Heart of America Shakespeare Festival | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Public Library | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Public Television | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Kansas City | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Reaching Out From Within | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Copaken
- Lois Copaken
- Keith Copaken
- Jon Copaken
Questions people ask
Does Copaken Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Copaken Family Foundation give?
$256,915 in tax year 2024, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Copaken Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Copaken (Co-Trustee), Lois Copaken (Co-Trustee), Keith Copaken (Co-Trustee) and Jon Copaken (Co-Trustee).
What does Copaken Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.