Jerome M Cohen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerome M Cohen Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $301,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$301,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $314,793 the year before.
47% 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 | $241,175 | 14 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $314,793 | 20 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $301,000 | 15 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Jerome M Cohen 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 Jerome M Cohen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $210,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy Global Programs | To further donor's purpose | $50,000 |
| Roundabout Theatre Co | To further donor's purpose | $50,000 |
| Jewish Community Mental Health Initiative Fund | To further donor's purpose | $30,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | To further donor's purpose | $25,000 |
| Connections Mentor Inc | To further donor's purpose | $25,000 |
| The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | To further donor's purpose | $25,000 |
| Donorschoose | To further donor's purpose | $20,000 |
| Win Inc | To further donor's purpose | $20,000 |
| Cancer Cares | To further donor's purpose | $10,000 |
| Central Park Conservatory | To further donor's purpose | $10,000 |
| Paws Ny | To further donor's purpose | $10,000 |
| The Hopper Belmont Foundation | To further donor's purpose | $10,000 |
| You Gotts Believe | To further donor's purpose | $10,000 |
| Action Play | To further donor's purpose | $5,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | To further donor's purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Cohen Reinach
Questions people ask
Does Jerome M Cohen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerome M Cohen Foundation give?
$301,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Jerome M Cohen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robin Cohen Reinach (Trustee).
What does Jerome M Cohen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.