The
Josephine Foundation is an
organization founded in the year 2002, and incorporated in the year 2004 to
honor and remember Josephine Koslosky - an extraordinary woman who believed
that through the disciplines of properly run and funded music, arts, and
sports programs, young people and adults could reach for their dreams
regardless of background, race, religion or financial status.
She believed everyone was equal and if allowed to chase his or her
dreams, nothing was impossible. She believed all that was needed was an
opportunity. She encouraged people to get involved in sports and performing
arts programs in their communities. She also believed that people could help
each other raise funds for charities and still have a great time doing it.
This foundation will make every effort to keep these ideals alive in
remembering her work with the children of
East New York
,
Brooklyn
in the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s.
Through
its annual events and charitable works the Foundation will raise and
distribute 100% of its proceeds, which will give its special recipients an
opportunity to achieve their goals in the arts and sports. These grants will
be given out at our Annual Gala in May, and will help many people realize
their dreams. The Foundation’s Board of Directors will be responsible for
nominating deserving individuals and programs each year. After careful
discussion, they will present to the Chairman a list of Grants to be
confirmed after review by financial and legal representatives. There will be
a follow up review for each grant every year to monitor the use of the funds
awarded. Each individual nominating a grant recipient will report on their
nominee to the Board at a 6 month review. Additionally, a number of
non-monetary awards will be given recognizing excellence in the areas of our
mission.
Our
goal is to grow by distributing 10% more each year than we did the one
before. We will raise funds through private donations, fundraisers,
concerts, events and public grants/awards.
While achieving this goal we will work to bring all peoples and
communities, nationwide and eventually worldwide, closer together.
This
group will also participate in various goodwill activities throughout the
year. The Josephine Foundation’s
name will become synonymous with good deeds and great events.
The
Josephine Foundation is officially
recognized as a 501 (c) (3) Public Charity Organization and Non profit Group
since
August 10, 2004
. The organization was sited for its work and
granted permanent status as of January of 2009. All donations to The
Josephine Foundation are fully tax deductible as allowed by the law.
The
Josephine Foundation
2 Karen Court
Westbury
,
NY
11590
Phone:
(516)
334-1536
Fax:
(516)
334-1537
www.thejosephinefoundation.org
Want
to know more? Contact us at:
contactus@thejosephinefoundation.org
