The Cooper Foundation
Accepts applications
The Cooper Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,526 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $515 and the largest $10,250. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,526
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$515
- Largest grant$10,250
- Assets$563,393
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $20,300 | 20 | $432,907 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $546,029 |
| 2024 | $25,526 | 25 | $563,393 |
How to apply
| Contact | Julie Cohen 1020 Ashland Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 332-2079 |
| What to submit | Letter stating purposes for funds requested; details regarding purposes of organization; submit adequate proof of tax exempt status. |
What The Cooper Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $21,587 |
| California | 3 | $2,667 |
| New York | 1 | $510 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $262 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | General education and research | $10,250 |
| Parenteach Institute | Promote education | $2,500 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Promote medical research | $1,127 |
| The Weber Family Arts Foundation | Provide social services | $1,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | Promote research | $1,000 |
| The Ark | Provide medical & social services | $540 |
| Butterfly Strong | Promote medical research | $540 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Promote education | $532 |
| Alzheimers Association | Promote medical research | $522 |
| Hillel Chicago | Promote education | $520 |
| Les Turner ALS Foundation | Promote medical research | $518 |
| Jane Adams Resource Center | Promote education | $515 |
| Connections for the Homeless | Provide social services | $515 |
| Cje Senior Life | Provide medical & social services | $513 |
| Shalva | Provide social services | $510 |
| T1DBREAKTHROUGH | Promote medical research | $510 |
| WTTW | Promote research | $500 |
| The Lilac Tree | Provide social services | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Promote medical research | $500 |
| Wbez NPR | Promote research | $500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Promote medical research | $500 |
| Josselyn | Promote research | $500 |
| Kaelyn Foundation Resource | Promote medical research | $500 |
| Autism Speaks | Medical research | $262 |
| Birthright | Promote medical research | $152 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Cohen
- Dave Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Cooper Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Cooper Foundation give?
$25,526 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $515.
Who runs The Cooper Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie Cohen (Director) and Dave Cohen (Director).
What does The Cooper Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.