Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN
Preselected recipients only
Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $271,100 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $206,000. 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$271,100
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$206,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $246,150 the year before.
58% 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 | $604,110 | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $246,150 | 8 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $271,100 | 12 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Robert J & Loretta W 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 Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $253,600 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $16,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fenwick High School | General charitable | $206,000 |
| Lake Geneva Country Club Foundation | General charitablegeneral charitable | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Pilot Light | General charitable | $11,100 |
| Providence St Mel School | General charitable | $10,500 |
| Recipe for Change | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Oak Park Country Club Foundation | General charitable | $5,000 |
| St Luke Development Foundation | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Walworth County Special Olympics | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Our Place | General charitablegeneral charitable | $500 |
| River Forest Public Library | General charitable | $500 |
| Water Safety Patrol | General charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Cooney Jr
- Loretta W Cooney
Questions people ask
Does Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN give?
$271,100 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert J Cooney Jr (Director - Part) and Loretta W Cooney (Director - Part).
What does Robert J & Loretta W Cooney Family FDTN fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.