The Kohl Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kohl Foundation is a private foundation in Grapevine, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $795,200 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $62,200. 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$795,200
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$62,200
- Assets$31.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $887,000 the year before.
30% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 56 | $27.1 million |
| 2023 | $887,000 | 55 | $29.8 million |
| 2024 | $795,200 | 53 | $31.1 million |
How to apply
The Kohl 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 Kohl Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 40 | $614,700 |
| Colorado | 3 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $28,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $28,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Church | General support | $62,200 |
| Junior League of Dallas | General support | $40,000 |
| Dallas Symphony Association | General support | $35,000 |
| Summit Ministries | General support | $30,000 |
| First Liberty Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Grace | General support | $25,000 |
| Regional East Texas Food Bank | General support | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $25,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | General support | $25,000 |
| Austin Street Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Bread Basket Ministries | General support | $20,000 |
| Christian Community Action | General support | $20,000 |
| Christian Freedom International | General support | $20,000 |
| Compassion International | General support | $20,000 |
| Genesis Women's Shelter & Support | General support | $20,000 |
| Mission Metroplex | General support | $20,000 |
| New Beginnings Christian Fellowship | General support | $20,000 |
| North Dallas Shared Ministries | General support | $20,000 |
| Taca | General support | $20,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | General support | $20,000 |
| The Stewpot | General support | $16,000 |
| Baruch Hashem Congregation | General support | $15,000 |
| Dallas Arboretum & Botanical | General support | $15,000 |
| Irving Symphony Orchestra | General support | $15,000 |
| Colleyville Covenant Christian Academy | General support | $12,000 |
| Embrace Grace | General support | $12,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | General support | $10,000 |
| Dallas Zoological Society | General support | $10,000 |
| East Texas Arboretum and Botanical | General support | $10,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General support | $10,000 |
| Fort Worth Zoological | General support | $10,000 |
| Interfaith Family Services | General support | $10,000 |
| Leadership Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Modern Day | General support | $10,000 |
| Nativity of Our Lordjesuschrist Monastery | General support | $10,000 |
| New Friends New Life | General support | $10,000 |
| Psalms of David | General support | $10,000 |
| Thrive Women's Clinic | General support | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | General support | $8,000 |
| Christ for the Nations | General support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nicole F Kohl
- Caroline Kohl
- Marian K Briscoe
- Atlee Kohl
- Clayton Kohl
- Shelly Cates
Questions people ask
Does The Kohl Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kohl Foundation give?
$795,200 in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Kohl Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nicole F Kohl (President), Caroline Kohl (Vice President/Director), Marian K Briscoe (Vice President/Director) and Atlee Kohl (Treasurer/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Kohl Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and food and hunger.