Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,300 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,600 and the largest $19,700. 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$35,300
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,600
- Largest grant$19,700
- Assets$51,645
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $37,500 | 3 | $2,914 |
| 2024 | $38,000 | 3 | $29,898 |
| 2025 | $35,300 | 5 | $51,645 |
How to apply
Brent and Karen Cooper 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 Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $35,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 413 Ministries | Educational assistance | $19,700 |
| Lamar Baptist Church | Educational assistance | $12,000 |
| South East Asia Ministries Inc | Educational assistance | $2,600 |
| Individual | Educational assistance | $500 |
| Individual | Educational assistance | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Brent Cooper
- Elliott Teale Cooper
- Karen Paula Cooper
Questions people ask
Does Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation give?
$35,300 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,600.
Who runs Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Brent Cooper (Foundation M), Elliott Teale Cooper (Director) and Karen Paula Cooper (Director).
What does Brent and Karen Cooper Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.