Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $368,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$368,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$689,421
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $174,000 the year before.
78% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $133,200 | 26 | $485,801 |
| 2023 | $174,000 | 23 | $575,027 |
| 2024 | $368,500 | 9 | $689,421 |
How to apply
Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund 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 Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $250,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $73,500 |
| California | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DAFGIVING360 | General | $250,000 |
| USC Shoah Foundation | General | $45,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Basketball | General | $25,000 |
| Vetri Community Partnership | General | $25,000 |
| Philly Friendship Circle | General | $8,000 |
| Ed Snyder Youth Hockey & Education | General | $5,000 |
| The Sonny Hill Commuity Involvement | General | $5,000 |
| The Ronald McDonald House | General | $5,000 |
| Bench Mark Program | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen A Cozen
- Burton K Stein
- Ellen Scarcelle
- Harod D Sukonik
Questions people ask
Does Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund give?
$368,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen A Cozen (Trustee), Burton K Stein (Trustee), Ellen Scarcelle (Trustee) and Harod D Sukonik (Trustee).
What does Samuel D Cozen Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.