The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.7 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $5.7 million. 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$5.7 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$5.7 million
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9.0 million the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $898,800 | 13 | $14.5 million |
| 2023 | $659,000 | 6 | $17.9 million |
| 2024 | $9.0 million | 6 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $5.7 million | 3 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
The Abby & David Cohen Family 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 The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $5.7 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached List | General charitable purposes | $5.7 million |
| Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations Inc | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Abby J Cohen
- David M Cohen
- Ellen M Gertsen
- Lauren G Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation give?
$5.7 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Abby J Cohen (Trustee), David M Cohen (Trustee), Ellen M Gertsen (Trustee) and Lauren G Cohen (Trustee).
What does The Abby & David Cohen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.