Kohn-joseloff Foundation
The Kohn-Joseloff Foundation is a private philanthropic organization incorporated in Connecticut in 1936. The foundation operates as an independent foundation with tax-exempt status since November 1938. The organization maintains operations across multiple locations, with primary offices in Bloomfield, Connecticut, and additional presence in Miami Beach, Florida.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$324K
+158.5% YoY
Grant Count
14
-26.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$23K
+250.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports initiatives across several key areas:
- Arts and Culture — including arts services, arts education, performing arts, and museums
- Education — including educational programs and institutions
- Health — including disease prevention and health-related initiatives
- Human Services — including philanthropic and nonprofit support activities
- Philanthropy and Voluntarism — grantmaking and charitable activities
Grantmaking
The foundation maintains active grantmaking operations with the following characteristics:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, including:
- States: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, New York, Ohio, Texas, Virginia
- Cities: Chicago, Cleveland, New York, Miami Beach
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Bloomfield, CT Entity (EIN: 13-6062846):
- Total assets (2023): $0
- Total giving (2023): $324,126
- Revenue (2023): $62,809
- Expenses (2023): $385,853
Miami Beach, FL Entity (EIN: 88-4105553):
- Total assets (2024): $3,003,434
- Total giving (2024): $200,500
| Metric | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $6,340,859 | $6,445,032 |
| Revenue | $62,809 | $116,764 | $114,344 |
| Expenses | $385,853 | $220,937 | $270,818 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $326,571 | $127,600 | $220,750 |
| Net Investment Income | $32,930 | $47,404 | $94,072 |
| Distributable Amount | — | $393,436 | $414,625 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
Grant Size Distribution
87 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2023 grants, the largest include Kohn Joseloff Foundation ($137,063), Frezados Masius Rieger Fd ($71,963), North Shore Country Day ($61,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE NAPLES, FL | GENERAL | $1,200 |
| HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL DHAKER HEIGHTS, OH | GENERAL | $1,000 |
| NAPLES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL NAPLES, FL | GENERAL | $7,500 |
| PITCH YOUR PEERS CHICAGO WINNETKA, IL | GENERAL | $1,100 |
| NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY WINNETKA, IL | GENERAL | $61,000 |
| WINNETKA COMM HOUSE WINNETKA, IL | GENERAL | $7,500 |
| ARTIS NAPLES NAPLES, FL | GENERAL | $2,500 |
| DAVID LAWRENCE CENTERS NAPLES, FL | GENERAL | $5,000 |
| THE RAVINIA FESTIVAL HIGHLAND PARK, IL | GENERAL | $300 |
| CLEVELAND BALLET CLEVELAND, OH | GENERAL | $1,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key leadership includes:
- Bernhard Kohn Jr. — President
- Kathryn K. Rieger — Vice President
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERNHARD KOHN JR | PRESIDENT | 0.1 | — |
| KATHRYN K RIEGER | VICE PRESIDE | 0.1 | — |
| BERNHARD L KOHN III | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| ELIZABETH A KOHN | DIRECTOR | 0.1 | — |
| KIMBERLY MASIUS | DIRECTOR | 0.1 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kohn-joseloff Foundation fund?
The foundation supports initiatives across several key areas: • **Arts and Culture** — including arts services, arts education, performing arts, and museums • **Education** — including educational programs and institutions • **Health** — including disease prevention and health-related initiatives • **Human Services** — including philanthropic and nonprofit support activities • **Philanthropy and Voluntarism** — grantmaking and charitable activities
How do I apply for a grant from Kohn-joseloff Foundation?
The foundation maintains active grantmaking operations with the following characteristics: **Grant Activity:** • Total giving in 2023: $324,126 • Total giving in 2024 (Miami Beach entity): $200,500 • Typical award ranges: $250–$137,063 (Bloomfield entity) and $5,000–$100,000 (Miami Beach entity) • The foundation is open to new applicants **Recent Filing Status:** The Bloomfield entity filed a final return as of 2023, indicating a change in operational status.
Where does Kohn-joseloff Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, including: • **States:** California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, New York, Ohio, Texas, Virginia • **Cities:** Chicago, Cleveland, New York, Miami Beach
What size grants does Kohn-joseloff Foundation award?
In 2023, Kohn-joseloff Foundation awarded 14 grants totaling $324K — an average of about $23K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Kohn-joseloff Foundation's EIN?
Kohn-joseloff Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6062846. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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