Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation is a private foundation in Marco Island, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $625 and the largest $2,500. 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$6,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$625
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$180,483
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $19,650 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $7,250 | 11 | $15,240 |
| 2024 | $19,650 | 9 | $212,894 |
| 2025 | $6,500 | 8 | $180,483 |
How to apply
Brenton & Susan Cook 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 Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $1,800 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Blackwood Ministries Inc | Operations | $2,500 |
| McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation | Operations | $1,500 |
| Association of Baptists for World Evangelism | Operations | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Operations | $1,000 |
| David's House Ministries | Operations | $250 |
| Wounded Warriros Project | Operations | $100 |
| South Dayton Presbyterian Church | Operations | $100 |
| Overflow Church Battle Creek | Operations | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan L Cook
- Rebecca L Martin
- Brenton P Cook
Questions people ask
Does Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation give?
$6,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $625.
Who runs Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan L Cook (Secretary), Rebecca L Martin (Trustee) and Brenton P Cook (President).
What does Brenton & Susan Cook Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.