The Cohen Family Foundation Inc
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc. is a private foundation based in Carmel, Indiana. Its 2024 filing lists grants to charitable organizations, with the largest grants designated for operating expenses.
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Cohen Family Foundation Inc gave $414K across 26 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in Indiana. 23% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $414,244
- +16.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 26
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $15,932
- +16.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,135
- Total assets
- $4,522,585
- +4.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 23% first-time grantees (6 of 26, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Cohen Family Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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Submit an application with proof of not-for-profit status to Lauren Edmundson. Applicants must meet the foundation’s stated Section 501(c)(3) qualification requirement.
- Review Cycle
- None stated.
- Deadline
- None stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Lauren Edmundson
Mailing address: 10360 Charter Oaks, Carmel, IN 46032-8305
Phone: (317) 259-0157
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Cohen Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Carmel Youth Assistance Inc ($134K). Together the top 10 received $394K.
Grant Size Distribution
124 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 115 grants of 124 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana and 2% went to recipients in Florida. The filing reports 0% shares for Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Cohen Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
23%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 26 grantees (23%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $20K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $4K repeat.
- 58% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 124% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 85% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $165K (2019) to $414K (2024). In 2024 it made 26 grants totaling $414K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carmel Youth Assistance Inc Carmel, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $134,000 |
| Make-a-Wish Foundation Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $97,000 |
| Indianapolis Zoo Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $91,000 |
| Newfields (Formally the Indianapolis Museum of Art) Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $26,200 |
| Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School Inc Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $11,054 |
| United Way of Central Indiana Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $10,000 |
| Beth El Zedeck Congregation Indianapolis, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $9,920 |
| Indiana University School of Law Bloomington, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation Bloomington, IN | To Fund Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
| Montverde Academy Montverde, FL | To Fund Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
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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 | $4,522,585 | $836,147 | $629,048 | $414,244 | 26 | $595,159 | $683,245 | $703,141 |
| 2023 | $4,327,192 | $343,392 | $525,626 | $354,940 | 26 | $486,446 | $221,361 | $532,058 |
| 2022 | $4,514,755 | $351,229 | $524,752 | $358,652 | 21 | $490,610 | $189,298 | $499,927 |
| 2021 | $4,699,081 | $434,618 | $348,136 | $184,581 | 26 | $315,308 | $278,391 | $476,205 |
| 2020 | $4,648,893 | $214,671 | $446,065 | $257,316 | 25 | — | $191,720 | $372,376 |
| 2019 | $4,863,144 | $191,788 | $361,158 | $165,147 | 24 | — | $151,284 | $363,063 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Cohen Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $703K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants included organizations working in youth assistance, education, early learning, financial stability, arts and culture, and services for people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. These descriptions reflect the grantees’ missions, not a stated focus-area list from the foundation. For example, Carmel Youth Assistance describes its work as early intervention and support for youth facing challenging circumstances, while the Julian Center describes providing shelter, counseling, and advocacy for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 26 grants totaling $414,244. Grants ranged from $100 to $134,000, with a median of $2,135. Its largest grants were $134,000 to Carmel Youth Assistance, $97,000 to Make-A-Wish Foundation, and $91,000 to Indianapolis Zoo; each was designated to fund operating expenses. Other recipients included Newfields ($26,200), Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School ($11,054), and United Way of Central Indiana ($10,000).
The foundation’s filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applications should be directed to Lauren Edmundson and include proof of not-for-profit status. Organizations must operate as qualified charitable organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Alan H. Cohen as president/treasurer, Linda M. Cohen as vice president/secretary, David I. Klapper as director, Lauren Edmundson as manager, and Nathan Cohen as vice president/investments.
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc is led by Alan H. Cohen, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2019; 2 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alan H. Cohen
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David I. Klapper
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lauren Edmundson
Manager
On filings since 2019
30 hrs/week
$60K (2019) → $85K (2024)
Nathan Cohen
Vice President & Investments
On filings since 2019
20 hrs/week
$60K (2019) → $81K (2024)
Linda M. Cohen
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $85K, to Lauren Edmundson (Manager). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Cohen Family Foundation Inc
How much does The Cohen Family Foundation Inc give each year?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc gave $414K across 26 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $355K across 26 grants.
What is The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,135, and its average grant was $15,932, across 26 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Cohen Family Foundation Inc that year got $2K on average.
Where does The Cohen Family Foundation Inc give grants?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in Indiana: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Indianapolis, IN (15 grants) and Bloomington, IN (3 grants).
Does The Cohen Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (26 of 26) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Carmel Youth Assistance Inc ($134,000), Make-a-Wish Foundation ($97,000) and Indianapolis Zoo ($91,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Cohen Family Foundation Inc?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc reported $4.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $595K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $703K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Cohen Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants included organizations working in youth assistance, education, early learning, financial stability, arts and culture, and services for people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Cohen Family Foundation Inc?
Submit an application with proof of not-for-profit status to Lauren Edmundson. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Cohen Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2003440. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 19, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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