The Cohen Family Foundation Inc
Historical FunderCarmel, Indiana · EIN 35-2003440 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $9,920.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | LAUREN EDMUNDSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 10360 CHARTER OAKS, CARMEL IN 460328305 |
| Phone | 3172590157 |
| Form and materials | PROOF OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT STATUS SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH APPLICATION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS MUST OPERATE AS "QUALIFIED" CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS AS DEFINED BY SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
19% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | 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 |
| Indiana University Kelley School of Business | Bloomington, IN | To fund operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Fun Time Early Childhood Academy | Naples, FL | To fund operating expenses | $2,600 |
| Indianapolis Repertory Theatre | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $2,270 |
| Youth Haven | Rives Junction, MI | To fund operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Stxbp1 Disorders | Lancaster, PA | To fund operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Etz Chaim | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,100 |
| Butler Univeristy | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| The Julian Center | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Teach for America | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Wfyi | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Guatamala Healing Hands Foundation Inc | Brooklyn, NY | To fund operating expenses | $500 |
| Creekside Animal Rescue | Roachdale, IN | To fund operating expenses | $200 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Tribute Inc | Delphi, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Roncalli High School | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
| Indiana Writers Center | Indianapolis, IN | To fund operating expenses | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $414,244 | 26 |
| 2023 | $354,940 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522199349101202
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-2003440
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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