Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$46,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$695,570
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $46,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $51,000 | 30 | $675,487 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 32 | $655,161 |
| 2025 | $46,000 | 34 | $695,570 |
How to apply
Marion Cohen Memorial 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 Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $34,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The New York Society Library | Educational | $5,000 |
| Rhodes College | Educational | $2,500 |
| Alumni and Friends of Laguardia High School | Educational | $2,500 |
| Team for Kids New York Road Runners | Educational | $2,500 |
| The Brearley School | Educational | $2,000 |
| Carleton College | Educational | $2,000 |
| Central Park Conservatory | Educational | $2,000 |
| Snack and Friends Inc | Educational | $2,000 |
| Blue Ridge Abortion Fund | Financial support for abortions | $2,000 |
| Harlem Independent Living | Educational | $1,500 |
| Hebrew Educational Society | Community service | $1,500 |
| Met Council Research and Educational Fund | Community service | $1,500 |
| The Friends of the High School of American Studies | Educational | $1,000 |
| The New York Public Library | Educational | $1,000 |
| Harvard Law School | Educational | $1,000 |
| Radcliffe Institute | Educational | $1,000 |
| Harvard College | Educational | $1,000 |
| MJHS Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | Educational | $1,000 |
| Animal Haven | Animal assitance | $1,000 |
| Big Reuse | To fight climate change through community based zero waste initiatives. | $1,000 |
| Bronx Hs of Science Alumni Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| National Dance Institute | Educational | $1,000 |
| Womens Emergency Network | Community service | $1,000 |
| Peoples Symphony Concerts | Community service | $1,000 |
| NYC Bird Alliance | Animal assistance | $1,000 |
| Socrates Sculpture Park | Commerical service | $1,000 |
| Friends in Adoption Inc | Health care | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Health care | $500 |
| Charity Navigator | Commerical service group | $500 |
| Gigis Playhouse | Community service | $500 |
| Thirteen Wnet | Commerical service | $500 |
| Fractured Atlas | Commerical service | $500 |
| Welcome to Chinatown | Commerical service group | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Dobell
- Claire Bienen
- Susan Brown
Questions people ask
Does Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc give?
$46,000 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Dobell (President/Director), Claire Bienen (VP and Treasurer) and Susan Brown (Secretary).
What does Marion Cohen Memorial Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and animals.