The Kind Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kind Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,971 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $258 and the largest $31,901. 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$112,971
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$258
- Largest grant$31,901
- Assets$0
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,971 the year before.
84% 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 | $105,739 | 5 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $29,971 | 13 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $112,971 | 25 | $0 |
How to apply
The Kind Foundation Inc 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 The Kind Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California. It also paid $15,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $31,953 |
| New York | 9 | $21,965 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $585 |
| Utah | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $468 |
| Maryland | 2 | $458 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $31,901 |
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $20,000 |
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $15,000 |
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardship relief grant | $5,000 |
| Lifeway Network Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $1,000 |
| Maranatha Baptist University Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $1,000 |
| Honnold Foundation | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $500 |
| Hot Bread Kitchen LTD | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $500 |
| The Barker Adoption Foundation | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $353 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $328 |
| DC Bilingual Public Charter School | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $258 |
| The Benevolence Farm | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $257 |
| Camba Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $250 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $180 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $120 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $105 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $100 |
| The Giving Kitchen Initiative Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $100 |
| Camp Kesem National | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $52 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $50 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $30 |
| Minds Matter National Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $25 |
| Puppy Kitty Ny City Inc | Charitable matching gift program - general purposes | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Jessamyn Waldman Rodriguez
- Julianna Storch Cohen
- Zhilun Pang
- Michael Johnston
- Daniel Lubetzky
- Justin Mervis
- Jeffrey Solomon
Questions people ask
Does The Kind Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kind Foundation Inc give?
$112,971 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $258.
Who runs The Kind Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jessamyn Waldman Rodriguez (President), Julianna Storch Cohen (Secretary & Director), Zhilun Pang (Treasurer) and Michael Johnston (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Kind Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and education.