The Button and Rod Cook Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Button and Rod Cook Foundation is a private foundation in Greer, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,200 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$90,200
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$786,939
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $89,500 the year before.
36% 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 | $67,000 | 10 | $833,480 |
| 2024 | $89,500 | 13 | $800,158 |
| 2025 | $90,200 | 11 | $786,939 |
How to apply
The Button and Rod Cook 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 Button and Rod Cook Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $35,500 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $29,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Grey Muzzle Organization | To rescue at risk senior dogs | $30,000 |
| Dog Squad | To help foster recue dogs | $25,000 |
| Pets With Disabilities | To prevent abuse, cruelty, & exploitation of animals | $20,000 |
| Carolina Waterfowl Rescue | To provide a facility for the rescue, treatment, and release or rehoming of sick, injured, and orphaned native wildlife, other waterfowl, and dumped or surrendered farm animals | $5,000 |
| Anakin's Trails Animal Search | To reunite lost pets with family and rescue stray animals | $2,500 |
| Pets for the Elderly Foundation | To provide companionship to senior individuals through pet ownership, while saving the lives of companion animals in shelters; animals which might otherwise be destroyed due to lack of appropriate homes, and space limitations | $2,500 |
| The Asher House | To advicate for the welfare, protection, and dignity of animals | $2,500 |
| Hampton's Hope Sanctuary | To help foster animals and seniors | $1,000 |
| Hoppy Hearts SC | To improve the lives of domestic rabbits and our community by means of education about house rabbits and their proper care, providing animal-assisted activities to assisted living facilities and similar organizations, and by rescuing and adopting out abandoned rabbits | $700 |
| Bunny Blessings | To fulfill the commandment to love one another through adorable bunnies | $500 |
| Rabbit Sanctuary Inc | To provide rescued domesticated rabbits a home for life | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Tobey Cook
- Rod W Cook
Questions people ask
Does The Button and Rod Cook Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Button and Rod Cook Foundation give?
$90,200 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Button and Rod Cook Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Tobey Cook (Trustee) and Rod W Cook (Trustee).
What does The Button and Rod Cook Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, human services and seniors.