Kessner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kessner Family Foundation is a private foundation in White Plains, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,400 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,040. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$6,400
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,040
- Assets$7,919
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8,494 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $26,780 | 10 | $6,613 |
| 2023 | $8,494 | 3 | $6,019 |
| 2024 | $6,400 | 4 | $7,919 |
How to apply
Kessner 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,040 |
| New York | 2 | $860 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Starks Foundation | General fund | $5,040 |
| The New Rochelle YMCA | General fund | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of Nothern New Jersey | General fund | $500 |
| Emet Outreach | General fund | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Kessner
- Cheryl Kessner
- Scott Straub
Questions people ask
Does Kessner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kessner Family Foundation give?
$6,400 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Kessner Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Kessner (President and Trustee), Cheryl Kessner (Vice-President and Trustee) and Scott Straub (Treasurer and Trustee).