Cook Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cook Family Foundation is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $924,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $92,000 and the largest $550,000. 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$924,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$92,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $675,360 the year before.
33% 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 | $675,360 | 6 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $924,000 | 6 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Cook Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $550,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $215,000 |
| New York | 1 | $99,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic Resource Group Inc | General | $550,000 |
| The Garden City | General | $125,000 |
| Charity Water | General | $99,000 |
| The Rabbit Room | General | $85,000 |
| Missoula Symphony | General | $60,000 |
| Libscomb University | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tanner Sholey
- Katherine Cook
- Elizabeth Sholey
- William Cook
Questions people ask
Does Cook Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cook Family Foundation give?
$924,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $92,000.
Who runs Cook Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tanner Sholey (President), Katherine Cook (Secretary), Elizabeth Sholey (Treasurer) and William Cook (Director).