Kowitz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kowitz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Irving, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $199,420 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $180,920. 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$199,420
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$180,920
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $261,211 the year before.
60% 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 | $261,211 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $199,420 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Kowitz 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 Kowitz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $180,920 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $13,500 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kowitz Family Foundation Uk | General operating funds | $180,920 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art | General operating funds | $12,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ny City | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| New York Common Pantry Inc | General operating funs | $2,500 |
| Museum of the American Revolution | General operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Kowitz
- Sarah Kowitz
- Julie Kowitz Margolies
Questions people ask
Does Kowitz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kowitz Family Foundation give?
$199,420 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Kowitz Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Kowitz (Trustee), Sarah Kowitz (Trustee) and Julie Kowitz Margolies (Trustee).
What does Kowitz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.