The Kohlberg Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kohlberg Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Armonk, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.3 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$10.3 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$227 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.6 million the year before.
46% of its 2024 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 | $9.6 million | 23 | $225 million |
| 2024 | $10.3 million | 13 | $227 million |
How to apply
The Kohlberg 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Kohlberg Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $3.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2.1 million |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | 2024 payout to sibling daf's - for andrew kohlberg | $2.0 million |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | 2024 payout to sibling daf's - for pamela kohlberg | $2.0 million |
| Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund | 2024 payout to sibling daf's - for james a kohlberg | $2.0 million |
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund | 2024 payout to sibling daf's - for karen davis calico cat fund | $2.0 million |
| Brennan Center for Justice | General support - jk/nsk legacy gifts | $500,000 |
| Indivisible Civic Engagement Inc | General support - 2025 501c3 operations | $500,000 |
| Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison Inc | 2024 new beginnings, finish line and permanent reserve fund | $250,000 |
| Sponsors Inc | Legacy gift for permanent reserve 2024 | $250,000 |
| Nova Institute for Health Inc | Program support | $250,000 |
| Mount Kisco Child Care Center | In memory of twink and jim wood | $200,000 |
| The Kundhardt Film Foundation Inc | For permanent reserve fund and new film projects | $150,000 |
| Gordon Parks Foundation | Program support | $100,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Bank Charitable FDTN | Ron rappaport scholar fund | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Magnone
- Les Fagen
- Nancy McCabe
Questions people ask
Does The Kohlberg Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kohlberg Foundation Inc give?
$10.3 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Kohlberg Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jennifer Magnone (Secretary), Les Fagen (Vice President) and Nancy McCabe (President and Treasurer).
What does The Kohlberg Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.