Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Great Neck, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $203,720 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $151,000. 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$203,720
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$151,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $196,261 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $166,006 | 18 | $0 |
| 2024 | $196,261 | 25 | $0 |
| 2025 | $203,720 | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
Robert & Simone Kahen 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 Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $195,036 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $4,600 |
| California | 1 | $3,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $184 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iranian American Jewish Federation | General donation | $151,000 |
| Beth Hadassah Synagogue | General donation | $12,480 |
| Chabad of Great Neck | General donation | $6,220 |
| Temple Israel of Great Neck | General donation | $5,000 |
| Li Hebrew Academy | General donation | $5,000 |
| Larger Than Life USA | General donation | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Medford | General donation | $4,600 |
| Maimonides Heritage Center LTD | General donation | $3,600 |
| Happy Kids Heal Faster | General donation | $3,600 |
| Chabad of Lake Success | General donation | $1,800 |
| Individual | General donation | $1,260 |
| Yad Beyad Charty Foundation | General donation | $1,260 |
| Individual | General donation | $1,260 |
| Wizo | General donation | $1,000 |
| Shriners Children's Hospital | General donation | $250 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | General donation | $184 |
| Individual | General donation | $120 |
| American Diabetes Association | General donation | $50 |
| Individual | General donation | $36 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Kahen
- Simone Kahen
- Robyn Sheeryn Kahen
Questions people ask
Does Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc give?
$203,720 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Kahen (President), Simone Kahen (Vice President) and Robyn Sheeryn Kahen (Sec'y/TREASURER).
What does Robert & Simone Kahen Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.