J L Cox Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J L Cox Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,300 and the largest $29,000. 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$35,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,300
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$989,973
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,716 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $17,000 | 6 | $900,658 |
| 2024 | $31,716 | 6 | $928,989 |
| 2025 | $35,500 | 6 | $989,973 |
How to apply
J L Cox Jr 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 J L Cox Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 6 | $35,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Dubuque | General & Unrestricted | $29,000 |
| Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| Iowa PBS Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| Iowa Public Radio Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| Kirkwood Community College Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| Orchestra Iowa Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Cox Jr
Questions people ask
Does J L Cox Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J L Cox Jr Foundation give?
$35,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,300.
Who runs J L Cox Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Cox Jr (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does J L Cox Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.