The Cooper Housing Institute
Preselected recipients only
The Cooper Housing Institute is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $885,038 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$885,038
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was up from $205,750 the year before.
72% 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 | $205,750 | 8 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $885,038 | 18 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
The Cooper Housing Institute 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 The Cooper Housing Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $454,738 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $280,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $150,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Narrative Lab | General support | $250,000 |
| Rand Center | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | General purpose | $153,000 |
| Massachuesetts Housing & Shelter Alliance Inc | General support | $150,000 |
| South County Outreach | General support | $37,700 |
| Terner's Funders Council- Uc Berkeley | General purpose | $20,000 |
| US Vets - Patriotic Hall | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Center on Budget & Policy Priorities | General support | $10,000 |
| National Alliance to End Homelessness | General purpose | $10,000 |
| National Low Income Housing Coalition | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Pathway Housing First Partner Conference | General purpose | $10,000 |
| JB Brown Fund-Life Steps | General support | $10,000 |
| Oc Grantmakers | Promote effective philanthropy | $1,500 |
| California Association of Non Profits | General support | $1,000 |
| Socal Grantmakers | General purpose | $750 |
| Illumination Foundation | General purpose | $538 |
| Funders Together to End Homelessness Inc | General support | $300 |
| Oc Family Foundation Alliance | General purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Wilfred N Cooper Jr
- Melanie Wenk
- Wilfred N Cooper Sr
- Devon C Cooper
- Jennifer Cooper
Questions people ask
Does The Cooper Housing Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cooper Housing Institute give?
$885,038 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Cooper Housing Institute?
Its 2024 filing lists Wilfred N Cooper Jr (Ceo and Director), Melanie Wenk (Cfo and Treasurer), Wilfred N Cooper Sr (Director) and Devon C Cooper (Secretary and Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Cooper Housing Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness.