The Cole Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cole Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Carrollton, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,910 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$98,910
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $96,300 the year before.
47% 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 | $91,175 | 64 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $96,300 | 65 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $98,910 | 54 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Cole Family Charitable 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 Cole Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 42 | $72,335 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $5,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 3 | $1,825 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tanner Health Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Northside Methodist Church | General fund | $8,000 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation | General fund | $7,350 |
| First Baptist Church of Carrollton | General fund | $7,250 |
| Uva Cancer Center | General fund | $6,000 |
| Deerfield Academy | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Citadel Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Community Fdn of West Ga | General fund | $3,250 |
| Carrollton Center for the Arts | General fund | $3,000 |
| JCC Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $2,500 |
| Cathedral of St Philip Preschool | General fund | $2,500 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta | General fund | $2,450 |
| Individual | General fund | $2,160 |
| National Psoriasis Fdn | General fund | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Fox | General fund | $2,000 |
| First Methodist Church | General fund | $2,000 |
| Haralson County Veterans Assoc | General fund | $2,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $1,500 |
| Georgia 4-H Foundation | General fund | $1,500 |
| The Barry Carroll Foundation | General fund | $1,500 |
| Uwg Foundation | Fine arts | $1,000 |
| Circles of West Georgia | General fund | $1,000 |
| Carroll Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $1,000 |
| Omni Christian Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Hope Church on the Beach | General fund | $1,000 |
| Uva Health Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Live Like Josh Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Literacy Partners | General fund | $1,000 |
| Carrollton City Schools Ed Fdn | General fund | $750 |
| Lekotek of Georgia Inc | General fund | $750 |
| Carroll County Soup Kitchen | General fund | $500 |
| Central High School Band | General fund | $500 |
| Carrollton High School Athletics | General fund | $500 |
| Phi Mu Fraternity- Uga Chapter | General fund | $500 |
| Murphy Harpst Childrens Ctr | General fund | $500 |
| Individual | General fund | $500 |
| Morris Brandon Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Individual | General fund | $500 |
| Kaiser Foundation | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Edwin Cole
- Carole Cole Musarra
- Connie Cole Jones
Questions people ask
Does The Cole Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cole Family Charitable Foundation give?
$98,910 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Cole Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Edwin Cole (Trustee), Carole Cole Musarra (Trustee) and Connie Cole Jones (Trustee).
What does The Cole Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.