Coker Foundation
Accepts applications
Coker Foundation is a private foundation in Panama City Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $31,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$31,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$832,754
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $45,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $45,500 | 17 | $825,251 |
| 2024 | $31,500 | 10 | $832,754 |
How to apply
| Contact | Newton J Coker MD 1604 Lost Cove Lane, Panama City Beach, FL 32413 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (505) 982-3201 |
| What to submit | The foundation does not require a prescribed form |
What Coker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Mexico | 4 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faithful Hearts Animal Shelter | Animal protection | $15,000 |
| Alaqua Animal Refuge | Animal protection | $5,000 |
| The Horse Shelter | Animal protection | $2,500 |
| New Mexico Wilderness Alliance | Environmental protection | $2,500 |
| Espanola Humane Society | Animal protection & welfare | $1,500 |
| Save the Manatee Club | Animal advocacy | $1,000 |
| Panama City Beach Turtle Watch | Animal protection | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Wounded warriors support | $1,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Public society benefit | $1,000 |
| The Food Depot | Human services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Newton J Coker
- Josephine R Coker
- Esther G Coker
- Leyla Plan Coker
Questions people ask
Does Coker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Coker Foundation give?
$31,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Coker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Newton J Coker (Chairman of), Josephine R Coker (Trustee), Esther G Coker (Trustee) and Leyla Plan Coker (Trustee).
What does Coker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.