Kowalski Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kowalski Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kinnelon, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,838 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $67,838. 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$102,838
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$67,838
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $520,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $285,000 | 6 | $615,964 |
| 2024 | $520,000 | 4 | $108,170 |
| 2025 | $102,838 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Kowalski 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 Kowalski Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $67,838 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GS Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund for Wealth Management Inc | General support | $67,838 |
| University of Pennyslvania | General support | $25,000 |
| Conservation Lands Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Kowalski
- Barbara D Kowalski
- Amanda Pashelinsky
- Adam Kowalski
Questions people ask
Does Kowalski Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kowalski Family Foundation give?
$102,838 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Kowalski Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Kowalski (Trustee), Barbara D Kowalski (Trustee), Amanda Pashelinsky (Trustee) and Adam Kowalski (Trustee).
What does Kowalski Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.