The Kodosky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kodosky Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.3 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $4.1 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$4.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $305,600 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,600 | 20 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.3 million | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
The Kodosky 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 The Kodosky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $4.3 million |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Community Foundation Inc | Organization's exempt purpose | $4.1 million |
| Austin Opera | Organization's exempt purpose | $55,000 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Organization's exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| Austin Symphony Orchestra | Organization's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Organization's exempt purpose | $16,000 |
| Austin Chamber Music Center | Organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Austin Classical Guitar Society | Organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Ballet Austin | Organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Conspirare | Organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Armstrong Community Music School | Organization's exempt purpose | $8,000 |
| Friends of Classical Guitar Alive | Organization's exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Kmfa | Organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Thinkery Children's Museum | Organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Girlstart | Organization's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Klru | Organization's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Texas State University | Organization's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Zach Theatre | Organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Chorus Austin | Organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| La Follia Austin Baroque | Organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey L Kodosky
- Gail T Kodosky
- Laura L Walterman
- Karen Kodosky Tips
Questions people ask
Does The Kodosky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kodosky Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Kodosky Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey L Kodosky (Pres., Treas., & Director), Gail T Kodosky (Vice Pres., Secr., & Director), Laura L Walterman (Drector) and Karen Kodosky Tips (Director).
What does The Kodosky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.