Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Winter Park, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $609,789 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$609,789
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $300,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $465,000 | 4 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 14 | $11.2 million |
| 2025 | $609,789 | 7 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $294,789 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $260,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $250,000 |
| Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $150,000 |
| The Center for Great Apes | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $119,789 |
| Chimp Haven | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $55,000 |
| Florida Urgent Rescue Inc | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida | To assist organization in their charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | To assist organization in their charitable organization. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles H Stark
- Mary Catherine Ambrose
- Paula Muckleroy
- Carter Ambrose
Questions people ask
Does Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc give?
$609,789 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles H Stark (Director), Mary Catherine Ambrose (Director), Paula Muckleroy (Director) and Carter Ambrose (Director).
What does Sherry Chappell Cooper Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.