The Kallinikeion Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kallinikeion Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $308,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$308,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $273,500 the year before.
29% 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 | $202,000 | 5 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $273,500 | 13 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $308,500 | 7 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
The Kallinikeion 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $226,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $77,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Home | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Hellenic College Inc | General purpose | $75,000 |
| The Hellenic Film Society USA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| The Archdiocesan Holy Trinity Cathedral | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Home Project | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Chios Societies of America Inc | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Greek Orthodox Archdiocese | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Froso Beys
- Helen Hadjiyannakis Bender
- George Tsandikos
Questions people ask
Does The Kallinikeion Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kallinikeion Foundation give?
$308,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Kallinikeion Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Froso Beys (Board of Directors), Helen Hadjiyannakis Bender (Secretary) and George Tsandikos (Treasurer).