Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund
Preselected recipients only
Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,500. 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$12,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,900 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $72,050 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $34,900 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 5 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund 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 Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $6,500 |
| New York | 3 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Amshinov Yeshiva | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Ezrat Israel | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kollel Shary Limud | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Keren Hatzedoka | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva Shearith Hapletah | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chaya Cohen
- Dvora Cohen
Questions people ask
Does Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Chaya Cohen (Trustee) and Dvora Cohen (Trustee).
What does Joseph D and Chaya Cohen Torah Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.