Rex R Cook Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Rex R Cook Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Urbandale, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $7,380 and the largest $25,830. 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$82,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$7,380
- Largest grant$25,830
- Assets$83,580
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,000 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $76,000 | 9 | $401,208 |
| 2022 | $77,000 | 9 | $276,876 |
| 2023 | $73,000 | 9 | $226,721 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 9 | $163,335 |
| 2025 | $82,000 | 9 | $83,580 |
How to apply
Rex R Cook Charitable Trust 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 Rex R Cook Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 8 | $74,620 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $7,380 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Ministries | General charity | $25,830 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Heartland | General charity | $15,170 |
| Dmarc Food Pantry | General charity | $9,840 |
| American Red Cross - Central Ia Chapter | General charity | $7,380 |
| The Easter Seals Society of Iowa | General charity | $7,380 |
| The Salvation Army | General charity | $7,380 |
| American Legion Highland Post 374 | General charity | $4,100 |
| Des Moines Police Burial Association | General charity | $2,460 |
| Church of the Brethren at Ankeny | General charity | $2,460 |
Officers and trustees
- Iowa State Bank
Questions people ask
Does Rex R Cook Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rex R Cook Charitable Trust give?
$82,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $7,380.
Who runs Rex R Cook Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Iowa State Bank (Trustee).
What does Rex R Cook Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.