Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $820,000 in 92 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $64,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$820,000
- Number of grants92
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$64,000
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $816,833 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $816,833 | 86 | $17.0 million |
| 2024 | $820,000 | 92 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
Constance M Cooper Charitable 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 Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 59 | $568,000 |
| Kansas | 20 | $152,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockhurst High School | Fincl support of educational org. | $64,000 |
| Notre Dame de Sion | Fincl support of educational org. | $34,000 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital | Fincl support of charitable org. | $27,500 |
| Bishop Miege High School | Fincl support of educational org. | $27,000 |
| Kauffman Center for the Performing | Fincl support of charitable org. | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Assoc - Heart of Americ | Fincl support of charitable org. | $20,000 |
| Avila University | Fincl support of educational org. | $20,000 |
| Bishop Sullivan Center | Fincl support of charitable org. | $20,000 |
| St Luke's Foundation FBO Crittento | Fincl support of med research/care | $20,000 |
| St Peter's Catholic Church | Fincl support of church & school | $20,000 |
| Blue River Elementary PTO | Fincl support of educational org. | $15,000 |
| National World War I Museum and Mem | Fincl support of charitable org. | $15,000 |
| Lucky 13 Rescue | Fincl support of charitable org. | $14,000 |
| The Children's Place | Fincl support of charitable org | $12,500 |
| St Michael the Archangel Catholic | Fincl support of educational org. | $11,500 |
| Rockhurst University | Fincl support of educational org. | $11,000 |
| American Heart Association | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Angel Flight Central | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Blue Valley Middle School PTO | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Bob Woodruff Foundation | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Conception Abbey | Fincl support of religious org. | $10,000 |
| Cristo Rey | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Fincl support of charitable org | $10,000 |
| Donnelly College | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Father Flanagans Boys Home | Fincl support of charitable org | $10,000 |
| First Call | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Gabriel Project KC | Fincl support of charitable org | $10,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Harvesters | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Girls Prep Academy | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Hospice | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Magnificat High School | Fincl support of educational org. | $10,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| National World War II Museum | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Operation Breakthrough | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Redemp | Fincl support of religious org. | $10,000 |
| Redemptorist Social Services | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Fincl support of charitable org. | $10,000 |
| St Clement Healthcare Center | Fincl support of charitable org | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward J Houlehan
- John G Houlehan
Questions people ask
Does Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation give?
$820,000 in tax year 2024, across 92 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward J Houlehan (Co-Trustee,) and John G Houlehan (Co-Trustee,).
What does Constance M Cooper Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.