James J Cotter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James J Cotter Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,175 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$260,175
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $261,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $261,000 | 18 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $260,175 | 18 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
James J Cotter 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 James J Cotter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $131,675 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $70,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $35,000 |
| New York | 3 | $21,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Unrestricted program services | $70,000 |
| Brown University | Unrestricted program services | $35,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | Unrestricted program services | $35,000 |
| The Paulist Fathersst Paul the Apostle | Unrestricted program services | $26,500 |
| Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation | Unrestricted program services | $16,225 |
| Variety Boys and Girls Club | Unrestricted program services | $13,000 |
| Marymount High School | Unrestricted program services | $10,000 |
| Xavier High School | Unrestricted program services | $10,000 |
| Providence Mission Hospital Laguna Beach | Unrestricted program services | $6,000 |
| The Motion Picture Club Foundation | Unrestricted program services | $6,000 |
| Catholic Education Foundation | Unrestricted program services | $5,000 |
| Convent of the Sacred Heart | Unrestricted program services | $5,000 |
| The Los Angeles Radio Reading Servicecommunity Partners | Unrestricted program services | $5,000 |
| You Ball Foundation | Unrestricted program services | $5,000 |
| The Variety Children's Charity | Unrestricted program services | $4,450 |
| Village School | Unrestricted program services | $3,000 |
| Falling Creek Camp | Unrestricted program services | $2,500 |
| Sister Stella Foundation | Unrestricted program services | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen M Cotter
- Margaret Cotter
Questions people ask
Does James J Cotter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James J Cotter Foundation give?
$260,175 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs James J Cotter Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen M Cotter (Trustee) and Margaret Cotter (Trustee).
What does James J Cotter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.