Kolodesh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kolodesh Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dayton, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $285,074 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,025 and the largest $100,000. 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$285,074
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,025
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,600 the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $127,700 | 16 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $118,600 | 11 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $285,074 | 14 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Kolodesh 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 Kolodesh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $272,474 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Miami University | Honors college community fund | $100,000 |
| Pink Ribbon Girls | Supporting families with cancer | $75,000 |
| Kettering Health Foundation | Strengthen health care and patient support | $65,324 |
| Chabad of Greater Dayton | Women's circle, general fund | $25,000 |
| Ne'eman Foundation USA | Chabod shilo | $7,500 |
| CDT Parent Association | Foster amateur sports competition | $5,500 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Ezra german paratroopers | $5,000 |
| Oakwood Schools Foundation | Arts enhancement project | $1,050 |
| Beavercreek City Schools | Ams middle school choir | $200 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton | In memory of marc katz | $100 |
| Friends of the Idf | Supporting the israel defense forces | $100 |
| The Dayton Foundation | Montgomery county law enforcement memorial association permanent memorial building fund | $100 |
| The Glenn at St Joseph | In memory of charles l. Marashall ii | $100 |
| National Kidney Foundation | In memory of stuart metcalf addison | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander Kolodesh
- Shayna Kolodesh
Questions people ask
Does Kolodesh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kolodesh Family Foundation give?
$285,074 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,025.
Who runs Kolodesh Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander Kolodesh (President) and Shayna Kolodesh (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Kolodesh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.