The Corey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Corey Foundation is a private foundation in Riverhead, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.2 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.3 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$5.2 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.3 million
- Assets$40.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $978,013 | 19 | $40.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 23 | $34.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 23 | $37.8 million |
| 2025 | $5.2 million | 20 | $40.5 million |
How to apply
The Corey 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 Corey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $5.2 million |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riverhead Volunteer Ambulance Corps | Civic | $3.3 million |
| Peconic Bay Medical Center Foundation | Health care | $1.3 million |
| Stony Brook Foundation | Education | $330,291 |
| Maureen's Haven | General | $50,000 |
| The Jazz Loft | Arts | $50,000 |
| East End Hospice | Health care | $30,000 |
| Beth Morrison Projects | Arts | $25,000 |
| Brooklyn Conservatory of Music | Arts | $25,000 |
| East End Arts Council | Arts | $25,000 |
| Realize Impact - Fellow Travelers | General | $25,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Arts | $25,000 |
| The Hallockville Farm | General | $25,000 |
| Glimmerglass Opera | Arts | $15,000 |
| North Fork Community Theater | Arts | $12,000 |
| Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) | Homelessness | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Health care | $10,000 |
| Long Island Cares | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Metropolitian Opera | Arts | $10,000 |
| Riverhead Fire Department | General | $10,000 |
| Mabel Mercer Foundation | Arts | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Corey
- Emilie Corey
Questions people ask
Does The Corey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Corey Foundation give?
$5.2 million in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Corey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Corey (Trustee) and Emilie Corey (Trustee).
What does The Corey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and arts and culture.