James O & Alice F Cole Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James O & Alice F Cole Foundation is a private foundation in Peru, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $107,700 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,867. 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$107,700
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,867
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,291 the year before.
10% of its 2025 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 | $101,952 | 33 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $100,291 | 32 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $107,700 | 31 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
James O & Alice F Cole 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 James O & Alice F Cole Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 11 | $68,100 |
| Alabama | 13 | $26,432 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,584 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,584 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Historical Society | To fund operations | $11,867 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | To fund operations | $11,867 |
| Indiana Task Force 1 | To fund operations | $11,866 |
| Indiana University Kokomo | To fund operations | $11,500 |
| Lakeland Center | To fund operations | $6,000 |
| NWSCC Foundation | To fund operations | $6,000 |
| Miami Cty Economic Dev Assoc | To fund operations | $5,000 |
| Miami County YMCA | To fund operations | $4,000 |
| Cru US Ministry | To fund operations | $3,584 |
| International Students Inc Attn Donor Services | To fund operations | $3,584 |
| Casa of Jefferson County | To fund operations | $3,350 |
| Rediscover Downtown Peru Inc | To fund operations | $3,000 |
| The Firehouse Community Arts Center | To fund operations | $3,000 |
| Community Healthworx | To fund operations | $2,000 |
| Element Student Ministry | To fund operations | $2,000 |
| Greater Birmingham Humane Society | To fund operations | $2,000 |
| Pathways | To fund operations | $2,000 |
| Kidone Transport | To fund operations | $2,000 |
| First Light Inc | To fund operations | $1,082 |
| Amboy Volunteer Fire Dept | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Cooperative Downtown Ministries | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| GKCCF | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Grissom Air Museum | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Helping Our Women | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Highlands United Methodist Church | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| M D Anderson Cancer Center-Univ of TX | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| North Star Ministries | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Parents 2 Partners | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Peru Circus Festival Band Inc | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| Railroad Park Foundation | To fund operations | $1,000 |
| United Counseling | To fund operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Dobbs
- Fred Ashe
- Polly Dobbs
Questions people ask
Does James O & Alice F Cole Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James O & Alice F Cole Foundation give?
$107,700 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs James O & Alice F Cole Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Dobbs (President), Fred Ashe (Vice President) and Polly Dobbs (Secretary).
What does James O & Alice F Cole Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.