Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $567,400 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$567,400
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$16.1 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $639,168 the year before.
28% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $552,500 | 28 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $639,168 | 30 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $567,400 | 32 | $16.1 million |
How to apply
Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 21 | $377,400 |
| Georgia | 8 | $155,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Youth & Family Center | Social services | $50,000 |
| Tuscaloosa Academy | Education | $50,000 |
| Crimson Tide Foundation | Social services | $50,000 |
| Connect Where Love Never Forgets | Religious | $45,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | Religious | $30,000 |
| Community Food Bank of Central Alabama | Social services | $25,000 |
| Nick's Kids Foundation | Social services | $25,000 |
| Peachtree Road United Methodist Church | Religious | $25,000 |
| United Way of Central Alabama | Social services | $25,000 |
| University of Alabama | Education | $25,000 |
| Children's Harbor Foundation | Social services | $20,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | Social services | $20,000 |
| Emory University | Education | $20,000 |
| Bonefish & Tarpon Trust | Social services | $15,000 |
| DCH Foundation | Social services | $15,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters of West Al | Social services | $10,000 |
| Country Club of Birmingham Employee Assistance Foundation | Social services | $10,000 |
| Elon University | Education | $10,000 |
| Holy Innocents' Episcopal School | Education | $10,000 |
| The Lovett School | Education | $10,000 |
| The Westminster Schools | Education | $10,000 |
| Trinity School | Education | $10,000 |
| Washington & Lee University | Education | $10,000 |
| United Way of West Alabama | Social services | $10,000 |
| The Bell Center | Social services | $7,500 |
| Elevate West Alabama | Social services | $5,000 |
| Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter | Social services | $5,000 |
| West Alabama Food Bank | Social services | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Social services | $5,000 |
| Lulu Strong Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Quarterbacking Children's Health Foundation | Social services | $2,500 |
| The Church at Tuscaloosa Tcat Cares | Social services | $2,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert M Cobb
- Mary Louise S Brooks
- Bonnie S Flournoy
Questions people ask
Does Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation give?
$567,400 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert M Cobb (Director), Mary Louise S Brooks (Director) and Bonnie S Flournoy (Director).
What does Robert & Mary Cobb Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.