Michael And Ina Korek Foundation Trust
The Michael & Ina Korek Foundation Trust (EIN 77-6140213) is a private foundation based in Wilmington, DE that makes grant awards (recent 990-PF filings show substantial charitable disbursements and assets ~ $8.26M). The organization is documented in authoritative directories (ProPublica, Candid/Foundation Center) and appears to use korek.com as its web presence.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-midsize charity with programs matching the foundation’s past interests (animal welfare/conservation, cancer research, disaster response, food security, Jewish community programs) and capacity to steward modest, often unrestricted grants.
Good Fit
- • Mission aligned with animal welfare, wildlife conservation, cancer research, disaster relief, food banks, or Jewish community causes.
- • Requests for general or unrestricted operating support or modest program grants (typical grants clustered in the $500–$10,000 range).
- • Existing relationship, introduction, or prior contact with a trustee, executive director, or an intermediary in the foundation’s network.
- • Track record of responsible stewardship and concise reporting for smaller gifts.
Geography
Observed grants span 14 states and include national charities; while two states take larger shares, the footprint is multi-state rather than strictly local.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded 61 distinct recipients across multiple sectors and grant sizes, and the three-year record shows dozens of independent grantees rather than a tiny closed set.
New Applicants
The foundation states grants are by preselection and the latest year had a low new-recipient rate (6 new grantees, ~10%); multi-year data show most dollars go to returning recipients, so unsolicited new applicants appear unlikely to gain entry.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
