How to apply
Proof of not-for-profit status should be included with application. Contact: Lauren Edmundson, 10360 Charter Oaks, Carmel, in, 3172590157 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Organizations must operate as "qualified" charitable organizations as defined by section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
26 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carmel Youth Assistance IncCarmel, IN | To fund operating expenses | $134K |
| Make-A-Wish FoundationIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $97K |
| Indianapolis ZooIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $91K |
| Newfields (formally the Indianapolis Museum of Art)Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $26K |
| Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School IncIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $11K |
| United Way of Central IndianaIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $10K |
| Beth El Zedeck CongregationIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $9,920 |
| Indiana University School of LawBloomington, IN | To fund operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Indiana University FoundationBloomington, IN | To fund operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Montverde AcademyMontverde, FL | To fund operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Indiana University Kelley School of BusinessBloomington, IN | To fund operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Fun Time Early Childhood AcademyNaples, FL | To fund operating expenses | $2,600 |
| Indianapolis Repertory TheatreIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $2,270 |
| Youth HavenRives Junction, MI | To fund operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Stxbp1 DisordersLancaster, PA | To fund operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Etz ChaimIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,100 |
| Butler UniveristyIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| The Julian CenterIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Teach for AmericaIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| WfyiIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Guatamala Healing Hands Foundation IncBrooklyn, NY | To fund operating expenses | $500 |
| Creekside Animal RescueRoachdale, IN | To fund operating expenses | $200 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma SocietyIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Tribute IncDelphi, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Roncalli High SchoolIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Indiana Writers CenterIndianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
By state: Indiana 21 · Florida 2 · Michigan 1 · Pennsylvania 1 · New York 1
About this foundation
Cohen Family Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Carmel, Indiana, administered in care of Lauren Cohen Edmundson, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Cohen Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Proof of not-for-profit status should be included with application. Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Cohen Family Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $414K across 26 grants, a median of $2,135.
Where does Cohen Family Foundation Inc give?
Indiana (21 grants), Florida (2 grants), Michigan (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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