Tyler Cowboy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tyler Cowboy Foundation is a private foundation in Clayton, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,083 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $71,542. 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$143,083
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$71,542
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,755 the year before.
33% 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 | $140,000 | 7 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $135,755 | 7 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $143,083 | 8 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Tyler Cowboy 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $103,083 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The GR Cooper Family Charitable | General Operating | $71,542 |
| Clayton United Methodist Church | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Two Sparrows Village | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Individual | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Alabama Institue for the DB | General Operating | $3,500 |
| Make a Wish Foundation of Alabama | General Operating | $3,041 |
Officers and trustees
- Gail Cooper
- Ginger Hartzog
Questions people ask
Does Tyler Cowboy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tyler Cowboy Foundation give?
$143,083 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Tyler Cowboy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gail Cooper (Officer) and Ginger Hartzog (Officer).