Cowart Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cowart Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,750 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,250 and the largest $15,000. 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$29,750
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $72,750 the year before.
75% of its 2024 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 | $72,750 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $29,750 | 4 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Cowart Family Charitable 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 Cowart Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $15,250 |
| Mississippi | 2 | $14,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association | To further exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | To further exempt purpose | $12,000 |
| University of Mississippi | To further exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Youth Encouragement Services | To further exempt purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Cowart
- Claire Haltom
- Rebecca Cowart
Questions people ask
Does Cowart Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cowart Family Charitable Foundation give?
$29,750 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,250.
Who runs Cowart Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Cowart (Director/President), Claire Haltom (Director/Vice President) and Rebecca Cowart (Director/Secretary/Treasur).
What does Cowart Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.