John and Maurine Cox Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Maurine Cox Foundation is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.0 million in 94 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants94
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$65.9 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.7 million | 96 | $58.9 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 94 | $65.9 million |
How to apply
John and Maurine Cox 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 John and Maurine Cox Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 83 | $2.8 million |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 4 | $61,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flying T NIL Inc | Contribution | $1.0 million |
| Midland Memorial Hosp Foundation | Contribution | $500,000 |
| TCU Univ Advancement Support | Contribution | $150,000 |
| Baylor Scott and White | Contribution | $100,000 |
| University of Texas Permian Basin | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Selfless Love Foundation | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Cook Childrens Health Foundation | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Eisenhower Health | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Rice Owl Club | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Young Life of Midland | Contribution | $50,000 |
| TCU Frog Club | Contribution | $50,000 |
| TCUGlobal Energy Symposium | Contribution | $50,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Contribution | $32,500 |
| Aphasia Center of West Texas | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Fort Worth Stock Show Scholarship Fund | Cash Donation | $24,520 |
| Meals on Wheels | Contribution | $20,000 |
| West Texas Food Bank | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Coastal Conservation Assoc | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Manor Park Vogel Center | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Be The Change | Contribution | $10,236 |
| Bynum School Operations Fund | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Center for Children and Families | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Center for Transforming Lives | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Commemorative Air Force | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Haley Library Perm Endow Fund | Contribution | $10,000 |
| High Sky Childrens Ranch | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Midland | Contribution | $10,000 |
| I Twenty Wildlife Preserve | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Jubilee Center of Midland | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| March of Dimes | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Midland Co Public Library Found | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Midland College Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Midland Fair Havens | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Midland Humane Coalition | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Permian Basin Adult Literacy Center | Contribution | $10,000 |
| GuideStone Financial Resources | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Museum of the Southwest | Contribution | $10,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew McMahan
- Kelly Cox
- Adam Rubinson
- Anita Cox
Questions people ask
Does John and Maurine Cox Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Maurine Cox Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2024, across 94 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John and Maurine Cox Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew McMahan (Director), Kelly Cox (Trustee), Adam Rubinson (Director) and Anita Cox (Director).
What does John and Maurine Cox Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.