Colten Cowell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Colten Cowell Foundation is a private foundation in Chandler, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $384,870 in 146 grants; the typical grant was $1,099 and the largest $34,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$384,870
- Number of grants146
- Typical grant$1,099
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$19.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $158,000 the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $158,000 | 53 | $17.3 million |
| 2024 | $384,870 | 146 | $19.8 million |
How to apply
Colten Cowell 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 Colten Cowell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 134 | $327,870 |
| Texas | 1 | $16,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $8,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hopekids Arizona | Human services | $34,000 |
| Childrens Cancer Network | Human services | $30,500 |
| Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children | Human services | $26,000 |
| Hopekids NTX | Human services | $16,000 |
| Best Buddies Arizona | Human services | $14,500 |
| Neeley's Chronic Joy | Human services | $12,500 |
| Raising Special Kids | Human services | $12,500 |
| Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels | Human services | $12,000 |
| Feeding Matters | Human services | $8,500 |
| Billy's Place | Human services | $8,000 |
| Gigis Playhouse | Human services | $8,000 |
| Hopekids KC | Human services | $8,000 |
| Hopekids MN | Human services | $8,000 |
| Lilys Pad | Human services | $8,000 |
| Sharing DS | Human services | $8,000 |
| Home of the Homies | Human services | $6,000 |
| Hopekids TN | Human services | $6,000 |
| Arizona Animal Welfare | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Human services | $5,000 |
| Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research | Human services | $5,000 |
| The Open Table | Human services | $5,000 |
| Valleywise Health Foundation | Human services | $5,000 |
| Campbells Crew Cares | Human services | $4,500 |
| Joy Bus | Human services | $4,500 |
| Believe I Can Academy | Human services | $4,000 |
| Down Syndrome Network | Human services | $4,000 |
| Gye Di | Human services | $4,000 |
| Hopekids Co | Human services | $4,000 |
| Hopekids NC | Human services | $4,000 |
| Michael Phelps Foundation | Human services | $2,500 |
| Patsy Reeve Foundation | Human services | $2,500 |
| Andy Hulls Sunshine Foundation | Human services | $2,000 |
| Anthem Cares Through Service | Human services | $2,000 |
| Arizona Autism United | Human services | $2,000 |
| Armer Foundation | Human services | $2,000 |
| Az Faith and Families | Human services | $2,000 |
| Baller Dream Foundation | Human services | $2,000 |
| Banner Thunderbird | Human services | $2,000 |
| Believe Beyond Ability | Human services | $2,000 |
| Candlelighters | Human services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ericka Cowell
- Charles A Keller
- Tim Mathewson
- Sue Savage
- Paulina Serna
- Michael Kurtenbach
- Jason Monczka
- Robyn Nebrich-Duda
- Josh Nunez
- Bruce St James
- Pat McLaughlin
- Bonnie Reyes-Mineo
- Christian Vera
Questions people ask
Does Colten Cowell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Colten Cowell Foundation give?
$384,870 in tax year 2024, across 146 grants, with a typical grant of $1,099.
Who runs Colten Cowell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ericka Cowell (Executive Director), Charles A Keller (President/Ceo), Tim Mathewson (Vice President) and Sue Savage (Treasurer) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Colten Cowell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and health.