Cockayne
Preselected recipients only
Cockayne is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$45.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $122,711 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $122,711 | 12 | $44.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 7 | $45.0 million |
How to apply
Cockayne 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Cockayne funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $2.5 million in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prism | Support Art Organizations in London | $2.5 million |
| San Francisco Opera Association | Support Opera | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Covent Garden | Support Royal Opera House | $11,500 |
| Congregation Emanu-El | Support Congregation Activities | $10,000 |
| Town School for Boys | Support School | $5,000 |
| Cambridge School of Weston | Support School | $5,000 |
| Barenboim-Said Foundation | Support Music Education Programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C P Russell
- Jo Hedley
- Tom Price
- Karly Schlinkert
Questions people ask
Does Cockayne accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cockayne give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Cockayne?
Its 2024 filing lists C P Russell (Member Director Pres), Jo Hedley (Executive Dir & Asst), Tom Price (Treasurer) and Karly Schlinkert (Secretary).
What does Cockayne fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, international and education.