Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,950 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $13,475 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$57,950
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$13,475
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $195,860 the year before.
50% 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 | $290,000 | 5 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $195,860 | 11 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $57,950 | 4 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Kenneth Cole Productions 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 Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $49,200 |
| Utah | 1 | $8,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| After School All-Stars of New York | Provide free comprehensive after school and summer programs to low-income students with a focus on STEM and academic support. | $25,000 |
| Fathers Day Mothers Day Council Inc | To honor great fathers and outstanding mothers and to help charities affecting mothers, fathers, and children | $18,200 |
| Sundance Institute | Discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. | $8,750 |
| Fashion Institute of Technology Foundation | Provides scholarships, fundraising activities, program support and subsidies to the fashion institute of technology and its component units. | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Cole
- David Edelman
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation give?
$57,950 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $13,475.
Who runs Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Cole (President) and David Edelman (Chief Financial Officer).
What does Kenneth Cole Productions Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.