Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$18,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$521,398
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,100 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $17,500 | 5 | $401,329 |
| 2024 | $14,100 | 6 | $464,935 |
| 2025 | $18,500 | 6 | $521,398 |
How to apply
Stephen C Cook Fam 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 Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Kidney Foundation Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Kids & Art Foundation | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Oswit Land Trust | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Fawc -Fine Arts Work Ctr in Provincetown | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Millard Fontenot Memorial Scholarship | Unrestricted general | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen C Cook
- Allan R Mackinnon
- Laura C Cook
- Timothy C Cook
- Jacqueline M Cook
Questions people ask
Does Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation give?
$18,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen C Cook (Director), Allan R Mackinnon (Director), Laura C Cook (Director) and Timothy C Cook (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Stephen C Cook Fam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and arts and culture.