Cobb Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cobb Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,290 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$85,290
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$42,473
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $25,815 the year before.
75% 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 | $25,815 | 10 | $27,445 |
| 2024 | $85,290 | 16 | $42,473 |
How to apply
Cobb 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 Cobb Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $34,515 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,525 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,250 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WTTW | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Meharry Medical College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Help Ukraine | Charitable | $10,000 |
| National Immigration Law Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mercy Chefs | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Haiti Out Reach | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Red Cross | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Way Suncoast | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Charity Navigator | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Oil Lamp Theatre | Charitablecharitable | $2,000 |
| SE Evanston Parent's Assoc | Charitablecharitable | $2,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Charitable | $525 |
| Purple Plunge Inc | Charitable | $515 |
| Boca Raton Historical Society | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Cobb
- Laine M Cobb
- Daniel H Martin
Questions people ask
Does Cobb Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cobb Foundation give?
$85,290 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Cobb Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Martin Cobb (Director), Laine M Cobb (Director) and Daniel H Martin (Director).
What does Cobb Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and arts and culture.