Cotton Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cotton Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Johns Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,700 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $100,000. 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$161,700
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$885,536
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $102,500 | 7 | $940,371 |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 7 | $910,605 |
| 2025 | $161,700 | 8 | $885,536 |
How to apply
Cotton Family Foundation Inc 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 Cotton Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 5 | $126,200 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $32,500 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Public | General Operating purpose | $100,000 |
| Medical University of South Carolina Foundation | General Operating purpose | $25,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage trust | General Operating purpose | $10,000 |
| Tedford Housing | General Operating purpose | $10,000 |
| Kiawah Conservancy | General Operating purpose | $7,500 |
| Maine Huts & Trails | General Operating purpose | $5,000 |
| The Krenov Foundation | General Operating purpose | $3,000 |
| St Thomas Church Camden | General Operating purpose | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashley Cotton
- Anne Cotton
- Leonard Cotton
Questions people ask
Does Cotton Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cotton Family Foundation Inc give?
$161,700 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Cotton Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ashley Cotton (Director), Anne Cotton (Secretary) and Leonard Cotton (President).
What does Cotton Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.