Kokes Family Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kokes Family Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Brielle, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$94,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $86,750 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $88,700 | 19 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $86,750 | 16 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $94,000 | 16 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Kokes Family Legacy 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 Kokes Family Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 9 | $59,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey Inc | General support | $13,000 |
| Dean College Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Fulfill | General support | $10,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Samaritan Center | General support | $10,000 |
| United Against Poverty | General support | $10,000 |
| Environmental Learning Center Inc | Donation | $5,000 |
| I Pink I Can | General support | $5,000 |
| Oc Foundation for Vocational & Technical Education | General support | $5,000 |
| Vero Beach Crisis Pregnancy Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Wall Soccer Club Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| Poac Autism Services | General support | $2,500 |
| Strength to Strength | General support | $2,500 |
| Big Hearts to Little Hearts | General support | $1,000 |
| Legacy Foundation | Sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Tower to Tunnels Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Kokes
Questions people ask
Does Kokes Family Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kokes Family Legacy Foundation give?
$94,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kokes Family Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Kokes (Trustee).
What does Kokes Family Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.