The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $330,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$330,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $353,500 the year before.
53% 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 | $353,500 | 43 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $330,000 | 19 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
The Jim and Diane Coward Family 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 The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $224,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Proud Ground | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Salesian High School | Scholarship Fund | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation for Monterey County | Monterey Opportunity Housing Trust | $40,000 |
| Community Foundation for Monterey County | Monterey Opportunity Housing Trust (Seed Funds) | $35,000 |
| Montage Health Foundation | Knox School of Nursing Scholarship Fund | $15,000 |
| Monterey Museum of Art | To support the catalog for the Nampo Kawakami exhibit | $15,000 |
| Norcal German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Filipino Community of Sacramento and Vicinity | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Monterey County Land Watch | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Preserve Community Foundation | Preserve Community Foundation Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Monterey | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Monterey Museum of Art | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Monterey Museum of Art | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Marine Sanctuary Foundation | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Project R I D E Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| San Francisco Camerawork Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Donor Network West | to support Team Matty | $1,000 |
| Donor Network West | Annual Donor Network West Run/Walk | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Coward
- James Coward
Questions people ask
Does The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation give?
$330,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane Coward (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec) and James Coward (Co- Pres, Dir, Treas).
What does The Jim and Diane Coward Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and housing and homelessness.