Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $125,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $100,200 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Robert L and Lila A Cotten 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 Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guild | Charity | $50,000 |
| Children's Minnesota Foundation | Charity | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Charity | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shirley Scott
- Kenneth Cotten
- Chris Babcock
Questions people ask
Does Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shirley Scott (Chair), Kenneth Cotten (Vice Chair) and Chris Babcock (Secretary Treasurer).
What does Robert L and Lila A Cotten Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.