The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44
The Korein Foundation is a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its 2024 grants supported organizations working in areas including education, literature, health, environmental stewardship, water access, and democracy and justice.
Key facts about The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44
In short: The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 gave $560K across 36 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 13-7180474
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $560,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- Average grant
- $15,556
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $9,207,559
- Primary geography
- New York (68% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.2M
+2.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$560K
+0.1% YoY
Grant Count
36
+5.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$16K
-5.5% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 reported a distributable amount of $606K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
How The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 gives
- 89% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−1%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 93% 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 (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grantees illustrate a range of activities: DonorsChoose.org says it works to address educational inequity in public schools, while Behind the Book says its programs use diverse books and authors to inspire young people. Other grantees describe work in watershed stewardship, safe drinking water, maternal and child health, free expression and literature, and democracy and justice.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $560,000 through 36 grants. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $80,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Among its largest grants were $80,000 to DonorsChoose, $50,000 to the American Museum of Natural History for work in genomics, and $40,000 to Count Me In for Women’s. Other grants included $35,000 to Behind the Book and $35,000 to New York University Langone Health for cardiac regeneration, and $30,000 to Story Pirates Changemakers for programs for underserved communities.
Additional 2024 grants included $20,000 each to Etta Projects, Nurse-Family Partnership, Sacred Earth Foundation, Saha Global, PEN American Center, and the William J. Brennan Center for Justice. The foundation listed unrestricted purposes for several of these grants.
How to Apply
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Ready to take the next step with The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 68% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, followed by California (9%), Washington (7%), Pennsylvania (4%), and Colorado (4%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $523K (2020) to $605K (2022). In 2024 it made 36 grants totaling $560K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was DonorsChoose ($80K). Together the top 10 received $350K.
Grant Size Distribution
141 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 130 grants of 141 (92%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DonorsChoose New York, NY | Unrestricted | $80,000 |
| The American Museum of Natural History New York, NY | Work in the Genomics Area | $50,000 |
| Count Me In for Women's New York, NY | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Behind the Book New York, NY | Stipends and | $35,000 |
| New York University - Langone Health - New York, NY | Regeneration of the Cardiac | $35,000 |
| Story Pirates Changemakers New York, NY | Programs for Underserved | $30,000 |
| Etta Projects Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Nurse-Family Partnership Denver, CO | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sacred Earth Foundation Goldendale, WA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Saha Global New York, NY | Ongoing Operations and | $20,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,207,559 | $810,541 | $647,604 | $560,000 (36 grants) |
| 2023 | $9,022,001 | $434,419 | $654,328 | $559,500 (34 grants) |
| 2022 | $9,243,905 | $1,127,831 | $690,384 | $605,000 (35 grants) |
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,207,559 | $9,022,001 | $9,243,905 |
| Revenue | $810,541 | $434,419 | $1,127,831 |
| Expenses | $647,604 | $654,328 | $690,384 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $563,500 | $563,000 | $609,250 |
| Net Investment Income | $726,687 | $353,437 | $1,046,697 |
| Distributable Amount | $606,473 | $561,563 | $558,756 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jonathan Korein, James Korein, and Beth Korein as trustees.
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Beth Korein
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Korein
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Korein
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Lawrence N. Friedland Esq. (2020–2021) — Trustee
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.
Contact
Mailing address: Glenmede Trust Co Na 1650 Mark, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 419-6000
Frequently asked questions about The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44
How much does The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 give each year?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 gave $560K across 36 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $560K across 34 grants.
What is The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's typical grant size?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $15,556, across 36 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 give grants?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 gives mostly in New York: 68% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were California (9%) and Washington (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (15 grants), Philadelphia, PA (3 grants), Los Angeles, CA (2 grants) and Mattapoisett, MA (2 grants).
Does The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 give general operating support?
Yes: 58% of The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (21 of 36) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's largest grantees?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's largest 2024 grantees include DonorsChoose ($80,000), The American Museum of Natural History ($50,000) and Count Me In for Women's ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 reported $9.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $564K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $606K (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 Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grantees illustrate a range of activities: DonorsChoose.org says it works to address educational inequity in public schools, while Behind the Book says its programs use diverse books and authors to inspire young people. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44?
The foundation 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 Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's EIN?
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-7180474. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 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.
Here's the math on researching The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 by hand.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Pennsylvania
The Chicago Community Trust
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Community Trust funds eligible nonprofits working to narrow the wealth gap and meet urgent needs, with priorities including economic mobility, education, jobs, homeownership, and community development in metropolitan Chicago and Cook County. Its 2025 grants had a median of $26,500, though amounts varied widely; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$7.1B
Grants
4,316
Total Given
$1.2B
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Mountain View, CA
Silicon Valley Community Foundation funds work in areas such as housing, economic security, education, health, the environment, arts and culture, and civic engagement, with Community Action Grants supporting local, community-led organizations in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. Its 2024 grants had a median of $51,716, though amounts varied widely; applications depend on the program, and SVCF states that it does not accept unsolicited proposals for advised funds.
Assets
$12.3B
Grants
3,576
Total Given
$3.2B
The Ford Foundation
New York, NY
The Ford Foundation funds organizations and initiatives working to reduce inequality and advance social justice, including work on civic engagement, civil rights, climate justice, disability rights, and technology and society. In 2024, its grants ranged from $45 to $15 million, with a median of $100,000, supporting work in the U.S. and internationally. It says most grants are identified by the foundation and it does not accept unsolicited proposals by mail, email, or phone; limited opportunities may be offered separately.
Assets
$17.5B
Grants
4,007
Total Given
$844.7M
The Yelp Foundation
San Francisco, CA
Assets
$6.2M
Grants
644
Total Given
$886K
The Pittsburgh Foundation
Pittsburgh, PA
The Pittsburgh Foundation funds nonprofits working in basic needs, equity and social justice, environmental action, arts and culture, and economic mobility, with most opportunities for organizations in Allegheny County or primarily serving its residents. Its 2024 grants had a median amount of about $18,600, though awards varied widely. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.5B
Grants
1,132
Total Given
$64.0M
The William Penn Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The William Penn Foundation funds arts and culture, children and families, civic participation, the environment and public spaces, and workforce training, primarily in the Philadelphia region. Its 2024 median grant was $50,000, though awards varied widely. It accepts unsolicited requests through limited open applications and invites letters of inquiry from public charities.
Assets
$3.4B
Grants
1,027
Total Given
$148.8M
Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation
Coraopolis, PA
DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation primarily funds youth sports participation in under-resourced communities, including equipment, registration costs and facilities, and also supports outdoor access and education. Its 2025 grants ranged from $626 to $2.5 million, with a median of $5,000, and Sports Matter funding has reached all 50 states. Sports Matter opportunities are by invitation only; the foundation says 501(c)(3) grant requests should be submitted in writing.
Assets
$34.5M
Grants
964
Total Given
$18.0M
Hillman Family Foundations
Pittsburgh, PA
The 18 independently operated foundations support projects in areas such as arts and culture, health, education, economic development, and community improvement, with a preference for Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania; each foundation has its own geographic focus. In 2024, grants ranged from $75 to $5 million, with a median of $20,000. The 2024 filing says unsolicited requests are accepted, beginning with a brief letter of intent through the online portal.
Assets
$1.9B
Grants
814
Total Given
$88.8M
Pidc Financing Corporation
Philadelphia, PA
PIDC Financing Corporation administers Pennsylvania business loans for real estate, leasehold improvements, and equipment, as well as partner-funded grants for Philadelphia economic, cultural, civic, historical, storefront, and stormwater projects. Its 2024 filing reports no grants, so no typical giving level is stated; grant partners select recipients, and the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$6.7M
Grants
774
Total Given
$16.4M
The Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The Philadelphia Foundation supports economic mobility and other community needs through grants to nonprofits, including workforce development, direct services, and initiatives addressing urgent regional challenges. In 2024, its median grant was $25,500, and its primary service area is Greater Philadelphia; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.
Assets
$704.6M
Grants
715
Total Given
$39.1M
More Funders in Pennsylvania
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 4, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-korein-foundation-1835-00-44-morg_38192d4d51c4498a8645d808b62103c1
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_137180474_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/the-korein-foundation-1835-00-44-morg_38192d4d51c4498a8645d808b62103c1},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-04. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
The Korein Foundation 1835-00-44 down — hundreds of funders to go?