The Cousins Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Cousins Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$61.1 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 30 | $55.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 20 | $61.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Tiffany Padolsky Foundation Office 830 Glenwood Ave SE Suite 510-205, Atlanta, GA 30316 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (404) 233-4339, tpadolsky@cffdn.org |
| What to submit | The foundation identifies organizations for grants in 2 different processes. (1) the foundation will identify and invite potential partners to apply for grants around our target areas for investment (identified previously in our mission), and (2) the foundation will also have a public letter of intent (LOI) process, allowing any organization to submit an introduction to their organization and express their need for funding via an online grant portal. The loi process and link to the grant portal is available to the public on the foundation's website (www.cousinsfoundations.org). Lois are reviewed by staff and those aligning with the foundation's mission and priorities most closely are invited to submit a full application. Applications are reviewed by staff and the board for approval. |
| Restrictions | Specific guidelines for grants related to our target areas of investment are provided to identify partners through requests for proposals (RFP) and letters of intent (LOI) which must meet all standards for charitable accountability. An annual report is required at each 12-MONTH interval of grants awarded. Each grantee must complete and submit an annual report to the foundation in foundant, the grant management software, for each year the grant is active. Grants are recommended by staff and approved by the board. All reports required are monitored and managed by staff and updates are sent to the board of directors annually on their progress or as requested. All records are maintained and monitored in foundant, the grants management software. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Cousins Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 19 | $1.3 million |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ogelthorpe University | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Metro Atlanta | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Cor Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Leap Year | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Next Generation Men & Women | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Paw Kids | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Youthspark Inc | General purpose | $75,000 |
| National Black Arts Festival | General purpose | $55,000 |
| Agape Youth & Family Center | General purpose | $50,000 |
| City of Refuge | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Open Door Solutions | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Purpose Built Schools Atlanta | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Wellspring Living Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Covenant House | General purpose | $40,000 |
| East Lake Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Flux Projects Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Urban Clinic of Atlanta | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Good Samaritan Health Center | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Kids-Doc-On-Wheels Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lillian C Giornelli
- William C Wren
- Grady Cousins
- Ann D Cousins
- Thomas G Cousins
- Tiffany Padolsky
- Shirley Franklin
- Dana Jackson
- Paula Andrews
Questions people ask
Does The Cousins Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Cousins Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Cousins Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lillian C Giornelli (President/Trustee), William C Wren (Trustee), Grady Cousins (Trustee) and Ann D Cousins (Trustee) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Cousins Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.