Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,250 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $43,300. 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$135,250
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$43,300
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,072 the year before.
21% 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 | $1.1 million | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $91,072 | 23 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $135,250 | 19 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch 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 Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $44,300 |
| Florida | 3 | $38,500 |
| New York | 3 | $36,950 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Qualified purpose of the organization | $43,300 |
| Society of the Four Arts | Qualified purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| St Thomas More Play Group | Qualified purpose of the organization | $15,000 |
| Malta American Association | Qualified purpose of the organization | $11,950 |
| Peconic Bay Medical Center Foundation | Qualified purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Flagler Museum | Qualified purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| John Hopkins University | Qualified purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach | Qualified purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Lawrenceville School | Qualified purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Cleveland Orchestra | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Community Fund of Darien | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Darien Land Trust | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Darien Library | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Greens Ledge Light Preservation Society Inc | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Mather Homestead Foundation | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Museum of Darien | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Ledge Lighthouse Foundation | Qualified purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Stamford Hospital Foundation | Qualified purpose of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John David Koch
- Giuliana C Koch
- Marc Charles Koch
- David Lorenzo Koch
Questions people ask
Does Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation give?
$135,250 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John David Koch (Cio), Giuliana C Koch (Director), Marc Charles Koch (Director) and David Lorenzo Koch (Director).
What does Charles J & Elizabeth R Koch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.