Cocherl Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Cocherl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Leawood, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $734,470 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $10,235 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$734,470
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$10,235
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$17.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $616,098 the year before.
57% of its 2024 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 | $616,098 | 28 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $734,470 | 40 | $17.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Patrick J Cocherl 14105 Canterbury, Leawood, KS 66224 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (913) 685-8855 |
| What to submit | No specific application forms at this time. |
| Restrictions | Anyone in the greater Kansas city area in need of assistance seeking higher education at an accredited institution (four year, two year or trade school). Must maintain c average and progressing toward a degree. |
What Cocherl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 29 | $612,470 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 4 | $31,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Nebraska | 3 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome House | Support organization mission | $75,000 |
| Down Syndrome Innovations | Support organization mission | $70,000 |
| The Battle Within | Support organization mission | $70,000 |
| City Year | Support organization mission | $50,000 |
| Donnelly College | Support organization mission | $50,000 |
| Just Something About KC | Support organization mission | $35,000 |
| Blue Valley Education Fdn | Support organization mission | $35,000 |
| St Michaels the Archangel | Suport organization mission | $25,000 |
| Team Up for Down Syndrome | Support organization mission | $25,000 |
| Gildas Club Kansas City | Support organization mission | $25,000 |
| C You in the Major Leagues | Support organization mission | $25,000 |
| University of Kansas | Scholarship | $24,000 |
| Rockin With the Seals | Support organization mission | $24,000 |
| Steps of Faith Foundation | Support organization mission | $20,000 |
| Arts & Recreation Fdn of Op | Support organization mission | $20,000 |
| Worlds Giving Fnd | Support organization mission | $20,000 |
| Kansas State University | Scholarship | $18,000 |
| Pittsburg State University | Scholarship | $14,000 |
| Dark Horse Elite | Support organization mission | $13,000 |
| Johnson County Community College | Scholarship | $10,470 |
| GFPS Foundation | Support organization mission | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Support organization mission | $10,000 |
| Uplift Organization | Support organization mission | $10,000 |
| Hands to Hearts | Support organization mission | $5,000 |
| University of Central Missouri | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Inclusion Conn Paws Abilities | Support organization mission | $5,000 |
| Culture House | Support organization mission | $5,000 |
| Hastings College | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Lynn University | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of Missouri Columbia | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| John Brown University | Support organization mission | $4,000 |
| Choose 2 Live | Support organization mission | $4,000 |
| Benedictine College | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Nebraska College of Law | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Missouri Kansas City | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Nebraska | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Auburn University | Support organization mission | $2,000 |
| Fathers Club | Support organization mission | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters KC | Support organization mission | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick J Cocherl Jr
- Kathleen B Cocherl
- Kristin Cocherl Tarpy
- Jennifer Cocherl Harris
- Shawn P Cocherl
- Ryan M Cocherl
- Patrick J Cocherl III
Questions people ask
Does Cocherl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cocherl Family Foundation give?
$734,470 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $10,235.
Who runs Cocherl Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick J Cocherl Jr (Trustee), Kathleen B Cocherl (Trustee), Kristin Cocherl Tarpy (Trustee) and Jennifer Cocherl Harris (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Cocherl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and disability.