JP Kok Charnizon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JP Kok Charnizon Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$42,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$824,950
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,500 the year before.
23% 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 | $19,500 | 9 | $523,605 |
| 2024 | $33,500 | 12 | $706,266 |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 13 | $824,950 |
How to apply
JP Kok Charnizon 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 JP Kok Charnizon Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $42,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hunter College Fdn Inc | Provide scholarships for nursing students | $10,000 |
| Film at Lincoln Center | Support of the arts. Elevating the craft of cinema and making it accessible to a broader audience. | $5,000 |
| Gordon Parks Foundation | Support artistic and educational initiatives for a better life and world. | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts | Support accessibility of performing arts to the community | $5,000 |
| John Jay College Foundation | Law enforcement scholarship | $5,000 |
| Thirteen | Support public broadcasting | $4,000 |
| New York City Center | Support arts and culture | $2,500 |
| First Tee Metropolitan New York | Support Summer programming to underserved kids and teenagers. | $1,500 |
| Dorot Inc | Improving the lives and health of older adults | $1,000 |
| Richmond Community Service | Support quality of life for individuals suffering from disabilities | $1,000 |
| St Paul the Apostle Church | Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless. | $1,000 |
| Church of St Helena | Support elderly community | $1,000 |
| The Juilliard School | Prepare students in performing - Wednesday at One performance | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Kok
- Alicia Ginsberg
Questions people ask
Does JP Kok Charnizon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JP Kok Charnizon Foundation give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs JP Kok Charnizon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela Kok (President) and Alicia Ginsberg (Cfo).
What does JP Kok Charnizon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.