The CG Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The CG Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,000. 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$7,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$179,220
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,300 the year before.
8% 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 | $5,517 | 14 | $124,077 |
| 2024 | $6,300 | 19 | $148,953 |
| 2025 | $7,250 | 13 | $179,220 |
How to apply
The CG 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 The CG Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $4,750 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,250 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Conservation Society | Land conservation | $1,000 |
| Operation Food Search | Social welfare | $1,000 |
| Rainforest Trust | Land conservation | $750 |
| Annunziata St Vincent de Paul | Religious | $500 |
| Bloodwater | Medical research | $500 |
| Little Bit Foundation | Social welfare | $500 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Social welfare | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Medical research | $500 |
| St Vincent de Paul - Immacolata | Religious | $500 |
| The Donald Danforth Plant Center | Scientific research | $500 |
| ALS Association | Medical research | $500 |
| NAMI St Louis | Social welfare | $250 |
| WDCB Public Radio | Public radio | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Gough
- John Gough
Questions people ask
Does The CG Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The CG Foundation give?
$7,250 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The CG Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Gough (President) and John Gough (Secretary).
What does The CG Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, environment and conservation and health.