Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $192,500 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$192,500
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $194,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $194,000 | 31 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $192,500 | 35 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Peter & Elizabeth Cohn 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 Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $63,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $30,725 |
| California | 3 | $11,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $5,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $4,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $3,500 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | General donation | $50,000 |
| Ballet X | General donation | $25,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General donation | $25,000 |
| New York Public Library | General donation | $25,000 |
| Bat Conservation International | General donation | $5,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General donation | $5,000 |
| Fighting Back Scholarship | General donation | $5,000 |
| Oakwood School Advancement Office | General donation | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund | General donation | $5,000 |
| City Year Los Angeles | General donation | $5,000 |
| She Recovers Foundation | General donation | $4,000 |
| Center for Coastal Studies | General donation | $2,500 |
| Charleston Men's Chorus | General donation | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc | General donation | $2,500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General donation | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General donation | $2,500 |
| University of Houston | General donation | $2,500 |
| Girls of Wayne County | General donation | $2,000 |
| Rotary Club of Southern Sussex | General donation | $1,775 |
| Hayes Arboreturm | General donation | $1,500 |
| Houghton University | General donation | $1,500 |
| Rotary Club of Richmond | General donation | $1,500 |
| Equal Access | General donation | $1,000 |
| International Refugee Assistance | General donation | $1,000 |
| Larkin Street Youth Service | General donation | $1,000 |
| The Nurse Family Partnership | General donation | $1,000 |
| Orkeeswa Inc | General donation | $1,000 |
| Rotary International | General donation | $1,000 |
| Uptown Soccer | General donation | $1,000 |
| Longwood Gardens | General donation | $725 |
| Kenya Gather | General donation | $500 |
| Hellenic College Holy Cross | General donation | $500 |
| Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club | General donation | $500 |
| Southeastern Therapy Animal Resources | General donation | $500 |
| Wreaths Across America | General donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jesse Angelo
- John P Engel
- Richard L Grossman
Questions people ask
Does Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc give?
$192,500 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jesse Angelo (Pres. & Dir.), John P Engel (Sec., Dir. & V.P.) and Richard L Grossman (Treas. & Dir).
What does Peter & Elizabeth Cohn Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.