Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,650 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$113,650
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $124,534 the year before.
56% 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 | $179,083 | 16 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $124,534 | 16 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $113,650 | 16 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust 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 Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $91,650 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $11,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uja-Federation of New York | General support | $25,000 |
| The 92nd Street Y | General support | $19,000 |
| Museum of Arts and Design | General support | $10,000 |
| National Jewish Health | General support | $10,000 |
| New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Hillel | General support | $6,000 |
| Center for Safety & Change | General support | $5,000 |
| Guild Hall | General support | $5,000 |
| Hamptons International Film Festival | General support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Education Project | General support | $5,000 |
| Musicares Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Park Ave Synagogue | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Student Leadership Network | General support | $1,500 |
| Louis Armstrong House Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| The Art Barge | General support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathy Chazen
- Simona Chazen
Questions people ask
Does Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust give?
$113,650 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathy Chazen (Trustee) and Simona Chazen (Trustee).
What does Kathy Chazen Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.