S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc
S ROBERT AND JOY W COHEN CHARITABLE is a private foundation based in Austin, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations working in areas including Jewish community life, general support, and assistance connected to Israel.
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc gave $75K across 19 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), top state Maryland. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $75,374
- Grants made (2024)
- 19
- Average grant
- $3,967
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $1,245,633
- Primary geography
- Maryland (38% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 5610 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 507, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Phone: (301) 654-1215
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Makon-Jewish Foundation for Group Homes ($25K). Together the top 10 received $73K.
Grant Size Distribution
19 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 19 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Maryland (38%), Texas (27%), New Jersey (27%), New York (4%), and Pennsylvania (3%), as reported in the filing. The listed grants also include a $1,000 grant to an organization in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.
Cities
How S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 143% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 19 grants totaling $75K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Makon-Jewish Foundation for Group Homes Rockville, MD | General Support, No Restrictions | $25,000 |
| GDP Ayurvedic University New Brunswick, NJ | General Support, No Restrictions | $20,000 |
| Chabad of South Austin Austin, TX | Support of Jewish Life in South Austin | $10,800 |
| Shalom Austin Austin, TX | Support of Jewish Community Association Fundraising Efforts | $5,000 |
| Advocates House of Prayer Laurel, MD | General Support, No Restrictions | $4,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries New York, NY | Support of Missionary Work for Jewish People | $3,000 |
| Messianic Jewish Alliance of America Springfield, PA | Support of joseph project which supplies medical equipment,and food to israel. | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Austin Austin, TX | Support of Jewish Life in North Austin | $1,000 |
| JLF Texas Austin, TX | Support of jewish life at the university of Texas | $1,000 |
| Revival Foundation Inc Washington, DC | Ukarnion Peoples Support - General Support, No Restrictions | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,245,633 | $269,312 | $186,191 | $75,374 | 19 | $161,679 | $244,800 | $112,927 |
| 2020 | — | — | $900 | — | — | — | — | $151 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $113K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. For example, Shalom Austin describes itself as the hub of Jewish life in Central Texas, providing programs, services, and resources to connect and empower the community. The Revival Foundation says its mission is to deliver effective and innovative solutions in critical times.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 19 grants totaling $75,374. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $25,000, with a median grant of $1,000. Among the largest grants were $25,000 to Makon-Jewish Foundation for Group Homes for unrestricted general support; $20,000 to GDP Ayurvedic University for unrestricted general support; and $10,800 to Chabad of South Austin to support Jewish life in South Austin. Other grants included $5,000 to Shalom Austin for its fundraising efforts and $4,000 to Advocates House of Prayer for unrestricted general support.
The foundation’s 2020 filing stated that it did not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Barry D. Cohen and Kamal D. Cohen as directors.
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Barry D. Cohen
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kamal D. Cohen
Director
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Joy W Cohen (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc
How much does S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc give each year?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc gave $75K across 19 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $3,967, across 19 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc give grants?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's top state is Maryland, with 38% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Texas (27%) and New Jersey (27%). The most frequent recipient cities were Austin, TX (7 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 63% of S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 19) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Makon-Jewish Foundation for Group Homes ($25,000), GDP Ayurvedic University ($20,000) and Chabad of South Austin ($10,800), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 74% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc reported $1.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $162K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $113K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for a range of organizations and purposes. For example, Shalom Austin describes itself as the hub of Jewish life in Central Texas, providing programs, services, and resources to connect and empower the community. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's EIN?
S Robert and Joy W Cohen Charitable Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1703600. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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