James Held and Kenn Karakul Charitable Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyPalm Beach, Florida · EIN 52-2280075 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$114K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$6,550
Total assets$58
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $11,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
58% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $17,500 |
| Center for Creative Education | West Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $16,700 |
| The Literacy Cooperative | Cleveland, OH | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $11,000 |
| Palm Beach Island Hospice Foundation | Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Art Museum | Cleveland, OH | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Vineyard Preservation Trust | Edgartown, MA | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $6,550 |
| Sail Martha's Vineyard | Vineyard Haven, MA | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Arts Prize | Cleveland, OH | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Vocational Guidance Service | Elyria, OH | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Cleveland Ballet | Cleveland, OH | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $113,750 | 12 |
| 2023 | $54,200 | 6 |
| 2022 | $74,200 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620439349100022
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2280075
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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