Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Forest Hills, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,051 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,250. 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$80,051
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,250
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $169,070 the year before.
26% 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 | $222,664 | 62 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $169,070 | 53 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $80,051 | 53 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc 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 Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 36 | $75,282 |
| California | 5 | $1,400 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,100 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $600 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $466 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $103 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nypirg | General support grant | $10,250 |
| Brooklyn Public Library | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Propublica | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Forest Hills Jewish Center | General support grant | $6,000 |
| Manhattan Theater Club | General support grant | $5,002 |
| Barnard College | General support grant | $5,000 |
| New York Hall of Science | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El | General support grant | $4,280 |
| Bideawee | General support grant | $2,500 |
| The Brearley School | General support grant | $2,500 |
| Amherst College | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Associated Humane Societies Popcorn Park | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Columbia Greenhouse Nursery School | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Columbia University | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Forest Hills Gardens Foundation | General support grant | $1,000 |
| French American International School Annual Fund | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Friends of Station Square | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of New York | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Jewish Foundation for the Education of Women | General support grant | $1,000 |
| One West 54th St Foundation | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Ophthalmic Edge | General support grant | $1,000 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | General support grant | $1,000 |
| WKCR | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Animalkind | General support grant | $500 |
| Farm Sanctuary | General support grant | $500 |
| Peta | General support grant | $500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General support grant | $500 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | General support grant | $500 |
| Queensborough Community College | General support grant | $500 |
| Wnet | General support grant | $250 |
| Cornell University | General support grant | $200 |
| American Council for the Blind | General support grant | $103 |
| Greenpeace Fund | General support grant | $103 |
| Planned Parenthood of New York City | General support grant | $103 |
| American Foundation for the Blind | General support grant | $100 |
| ASPCA | General support grant | $100 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | General support grant | $100 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | General support grant | $100 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General support grant | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Kahn
- Linda Kahn
- Kimberly Kahn-Kirby
Questions people ask
Does Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc give?
$80,051 in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Alan Kahn (President/Treasurer), Linda Kahn (Secretary) and Kimberly Kahn-Kirby (Director).
What does Linda & Alan Kahn Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.