Merrill C Cook Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Merrill C Cook Family Foundation is a private foundation in Coral Gables, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,700 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $1,000. 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$1,700
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$112,326
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,700 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $93,129 | 1 | $137 |
| 2024 | $6,700 | 15 | $122,333 |
| 2025 | $1,700 | 8 | $112,326 |
How to apply
Merrill C Cook 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 Merrill C Cook Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $300 |
| Florida | 2 | $200 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Tharpe Fund | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Smithsonian | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| South FL PBS | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| Susan G Komen | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| National Wildlife Federation | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
| National Museum of African American History | To further the nonprofit organization's charitable intent | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Merrill Cook
- Peter Raimondi
Questions people ask
Does Merrill C Cook Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merrill C Cook Family Foundation give?
$1,700 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Merrill C Cook Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Merrill Cook (Trustee) and Peter Raimondi (Trustee).
What does Merrill C Cook Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and veterans.