The Kohelet Foundation
The Kohelet Foundation is a private foundation based in Merion Station, Pennsylvania. It supports Jewish educational institutions; its affiliated Tzemach David Foundation describes its work as supporting Israeli educational initiatives, initially focused on integrating olim into the Mamlachti Dati education sector.
The Kohelet Foundation at a glance
In short: The Kohelet Foundation gave $189K across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $9K), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $188,951
- +391.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- +600.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,998
- -29.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $6,863
- Total assets
- $135,250
- -26.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (7% 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 The Kohelet Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 117 Raynham Rd, Merion Station, PA 19066
Phone: (617) 840-0295
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Kohelet Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Mizrachi Tach ($24K). Together the top 10 received $137K.
Grant Size Distribution
24 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 24 grants of 24 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Tzemach David Foundation’s website describes its educational work as focused in Israel. The 2024 grants were distributed among recipients in several states or regions: the filing lists New York as 7%, Pennsylvania as 5%, and Maryland as 1%; the largest share is recorded as “?” in the available filing data.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Kohelet Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $38K (2023) to $189K (2024). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $189K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mizrachi Tach | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $24,491 |
| The Society for Advancement of Education | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $21,160 |
| Tzabar School | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $18,002 |
| Kfar Chasidim | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $13,898 |
| Menachem Education Foundation Brooklyn, NY | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $13,699 |
| Rivka R | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $13,651 |
| Orot Etzion Jenkintown, PA | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $9,873 |
| Ulpan La Inyan | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $8,529 |
| Mamad Bilu Raanana | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $7,134 |
| Tora School | To Further the Organization's Exempt Purpose | $6,912 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The filing type is Form 990-PF.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $135,250 | $400,000 | $448,498 | $188,951 | 21 | $448,498 | $7,654 |
| 2023 | $183,748 | $350,000 | $166,252 | $38,454 | 3 | $166,252 | $3,628 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Kohelet Foundation reported a distributable amount of $8K 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
The Tzemach David Foundation describes its aim as transforming education in Israel through support for school leaders, teachers, and students, with an initial focus on integrating olim into the education system. Its stated initiatives include principal development, teacher leadership, educator innovation, and pathways for immigrant educators to teach in Israeli classrooms. It also describes support for integrating olim into Israeli universities and colleges.
The foundation’s 2024 grants included support for the Menachem Education Foundation. That organization describes its own mission as raising the bar in Jewish education and ensuring every child has equal access to the best possible Jewish education.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $188,951. Grant amounts ranged from $265 to $24,491, with a median of $6,863. Notable grants included $24,491 to Mizrachi Tach, $21,160 to the Society for Advancement of Education, $18,002 to Tzabar School, $13,898 to Kfar Chasidim, and $13,699 to the Menachem Education Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Magerman as president and treasurer, and Tamar Krieger as vice president, secretary, and executive director. The Tzemach David Foundation’s website identifies David Magerman as its founder and president.
The Kohelet Foundation is led by Tamar Krieger, Vice President, Secretary & Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 2 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tamar Krieger
Vice President, Secretary & Executive Director
On filings since 2023
32 hrs/week
$104K (2023) → $205K (2024)
David Magerman
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Debra Magerman (2020–2022) — Secretary
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $205K, to Tamar Krieger (VP, Secretary, Exec Director).
Frequently asked questions about The Kohelet Foundation
How much does The Kohelet Foundation give each year?
The Kohelet Foundation gave $189K across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $38K across 3 grants.
What is The Kohelet Foundation's typical grant size?
The Kohelet Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $6,863, and its average grant was $8,998, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Kohelet Foundation give grants?
The Kohelet Foundation's top state is New York, with 7% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest state was Pennsylvania (5%).
Who are The Kohelet Foundation's largest grantees?
The Kohelet Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Mizrachi Tach ($24,491), The Society for Advancement of Education ($21,160) and Tzabar School ($18,002), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 34% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Kohelet Foundation?
The Kohelet Foundation reported $135K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $448K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Kohelet Foundation fund?
The Tzemach David Foundation describes its aim as transforming education in Israel through support for school leaders, teachers, and students, with an initial focus on integrating olim into the education system. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Kohelet Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Kohelet Foundation's EIN?
The Kohelet Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-3773063. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Kohelet Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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