Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Trevose, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.2 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $3.0 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$6.2 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 | $2.7 million | 22 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $6.2 million | 22 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Jane & Leonard Korman 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 Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 18 | $5.9 million |
| Florida | 3 | $252,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Korman Feldman Family Foundation | Transfer of assets to successor foundation as part of family foundation restructuring; not treated as a qualifying distribution under irc 4942. | $3.0 million |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Phila Daf | Transfer of assets to establish/augment donor-advised-fund (the catherine s korman family donor advised fund) at sponsoring organization | $1.5 million |
| Jefferson University -Respiratory Center - 6th of 7 (Multi Year) | Support the hospital so they can provide the best patient care. | $500,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greather Phila | Transfer of assets to establish/augment donor-advised-fund (the catherine s korman family donor advised fund) at sponsoring organization | $407,312 |
| Mitzvah Circle Foundation | Supporting struggling local families in need | $300,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art- Final Pledge (Multi Year) | Support museum in its goal to preserve, collect, exhibit, and interpret art as well as educate the community | $240,000 |
| Congregation Beth or | Support the mission of the reform jewish synagogue. | $79,000 |
| Jefferson Hospital | Support the hospital so they can provide the best patient care. | $49,400 |
| Fabric Workshop | Support the advancement of the arts | $25,000 |
| Germantown Academy- Annual Fund | Support the educational mission of the academy. | $20,000 |
| Wills Eye Foundation | Support assistance for research, medical education and patient care. | $20,000 |
| Barnes Foundation | Help promote advancement of education & appreciation of fine arts & horticulture. | $15,000 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art-Womens Committee (Craft) | Help museum in its efforts to preserve, enhance, interpret, and extend the reach of visual arts as a source of education. | $12,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania - Morris Arboretum-General | Provide assistance for operating funds (annual & katsura) for the morris arboretum. | $12,500 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art | Help museum in its efforts to preserve, enhance, interpret, and extend the reach of visual arts as a source of education. | $10,000 |
| Aemc - Albert Einstein Medical Center | Assist aemc conceive and implement research initiatives and programs to positively impact patient care. | $9,200 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theatre -Annual | Support the theatre arts. | $7,000 |
| Afmda-American Friends of Magen David Adom | Saving lives in israel supporting mda as israels nat'l emergency medical service & guardian of blood supply. | $6,000 |
| Assoc of Israels Decorative Arts (Aida) | Support aida in helping foster the development of contemporary artists from israel. | $5,000 |
| Beyond Celiac (Formerly Nfca) | Support nfca in quest for better research, diagnosis, treatment & cure for those living with celiac disease. | $5,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania - Morris Arboretum-(multi Year) | Promote understanding of relationship between plants, people & place through programs that integrate science, art & the humanities. | $5,000 |
| Whitemarsh Foundation | Support conservation and stewardship of open space. Promote awareness of, advocacy for, education about & access to preserved and conserved land. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alison Korman Feldman
- Susan Korman Schurr
- Catherine Korman Altman
- Carol Borgmann
Questions people ask
Does Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation give?
$6.2 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alison Korman Feldman (President, Ceo & Life Director), Susan Korman Schurr (Vice President & Life Director), Catherine Korman Altman (Treasurer & Life Director) and Carol Borgmann (Officer & Secretary).
What does Jane & Leonard Korman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.