Kissaway Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kissaway Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$84,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $60,500 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,500 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 7 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Kissaway 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 Kissaway Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $37,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $26,500 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Mercer University | General | $12,500 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation Inc | General | $12,500 |
| Hawaii Contemporary | General | $10,000 |
| Honolulu Museum of Art | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Presbyterian Retirement Communities Inc | General | $9,000 |
| Community Hospice of Northeast Florida Fdn for Caring | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary McCorkle
- Kimberly Rae Sultan
- Holly McCorkle Jones
Questions people ask
Does Kissaway Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kissaway Foundation give?
$84,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kissaway Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary McCorkle (Trustee), Kimberly Rae Sultan (Trustee) and Holly McCorkle Jones (Trustee).
What does Kissaway Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.