John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN
Preselected recipients only
John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $405,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$405,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 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 | $370,235 | 14 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 9 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $405,000 | 15 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN 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 John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $190,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $60,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Scwab Daf - Daf Giving 360 | General charitable | $75,000 |
| Gilda's Club | General charitable | $50,000 |
| Jazz Aspen Season Snowmass | General charitablegeneral charitable | $50,000 |
| So Others May Learn | General charitable | $50,000 |
| Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation | General charitable | $25,000 |
| University of Chicago | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Brehm Preparatory School | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Chrystosom's Day School | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Northwestern Medical Womans Board | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Death With Dignity | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Help Hope Live | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Loyola University | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Fresh Start for Our Youth | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Hunter Creek Historical Foundation | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Lurie's Children Hospital | General charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara C Cooney
- John D Cooney Jr
- Robert C Cooney
- Elizabeth Cooney
Questions people ask
Does John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN give?
$405,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara C Cooney (Director - Part), John D Cooney Jr (Director - Part), Robert C Cooney (Director - Part) and Elizabeth Cooney (Director - Part).
What does John D & Barbara C Cooney Family FDTN fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.